What Can Literature Tell Us About Ancient Civilisations?

Ninot Aziz, Author & Founder, Hikayat Fandom

08-Jan-25 19:00

What Can Literature Tell Us About Ancient Civilisations?

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Tonight, we step into the past with Ninot Aziz, the author behind Kepulauan Melayu: Ensiklopedia Berilustrasi Tamadun Dunia Silam, a treasure trove of stories from Malaysia’s ancient kingdoms. This episode explores the epic Hikayat Merong Mahawangsa of Kedah, Sulalatus Salatin of Melaka, Negarakertagama of Majapahit, and Talang Tuwo of Srivijaya. Join us as we uncover the rich heritage, values, and societal visions of these timeless tales, including early ideas that echo today’s Sustainable Development Goals.

Image Credits: shutterstock.com

Produced by: Sudais Ferhard

Presented by: Lim Sue Ann

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Categories: culture, visual arts

Tags: hikayat fandom, hikayat, malaysian literature, made in malaysia, ancient civilisations,

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