Malaysian Politicians Say the Darndest Things
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Malaysian Politicians Say the Darndest Things is a series of Malaysian non-fiction
books compiled by Amir Muhammad (director)
and published by Matahari Books
. Each books takes over 100 humorous, unusual or just interesting quotes from actual Malaysian politicians, complete with source citation, and is illustrated by a different artist.
, in conjunction with the 44th anniversary of the formation of Malaysia. It was illustrated by Shahril Nizam.
The most-quoted politician in the book is Dr. Mahathir Mohamad.
The back-cover blurb
reads: "The species called the Malaysian politicians often gets in the news, but sometimes not for the right reasons. Malaysian Politicians Say the Darndest Things is a collection of over 100 quotes that span almost three decades. There are things that make you go hmmm, things that make you go gaga, and thigs that given you a refreshingly pithy introduction to several issues of their time. It is a jaunty stroll through contemporary Malaysian culture, society and (of course) politics. We are sure there is more to come, which is why this is only Vol. 1."
It was the 9th best-selling local English book of 2007, according to the Popular bookstore chain.
. It was illustrated by Fahmi Reza, who like Amir is a documentary film
maker. It sold 3,000 copies in the first three months alone.
The most-quoted politician in the book is Samy Vellu
.
The back-cover blurb reads: "The Malaysian politician continues to be a gift that keeps on giving. Hot on the heels of the best-selling Vol.1 of Malaysian Politicians Say the Darndest Things, this compilation is further proof that we don't need to travel far to experience shock and awe. Join us for another dance through some of the top-tapping delights of the past two decades. Some of the quotes are witty and pithy, others are weird and prickly, and still others are just out-of-tune. If all History lessons were this painless, none of us would have ever skipped classes. "
Fahmi used a photo-montage method inspired by the anti-Nazi artist John Heartfield
. Amir was a little worried that some of the artwork was too confrontational, and asked for three pages to be altered.
Non-fiction
Non-fiction is the form of any narrative, account, or other communicative work whose assertions and descriptions are understood to be fact...
books compiled by Amir Muhammad (director)
Amir Muhammad (director)
Amir Muhammad is a writer and independent filmmaker based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. He was born on December 5, 1972 in Kuala Lumpur and was educated at the University of East Anglia. He has been writing for Malaysian print media since the age of 14, notably the New Straits Times.In 2000, he wrote...
and published by Matahari Books
Matahari Books
Matahari Books is a Malaysian publishing company founded in 2007 by Amir Muhammad. It specializes in Malaysian non-fiction and also screenplay books...
. Each books takes over 100 humorous, unusual or just interesting quotes from actual Malaysian politicians, complete with source citation, and is illustrated by a different artist.
Vol 1
Vol 1 (ISBN 9789834359607) was published was launched on 16 September 2007 in Kuala LumpurKuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur is the capital and the second largest city in Malaysia by population. The city proper, making up an area of , has a population of 1.4 million as of 2010. Greater Kuala Lumpur, also known as the Klang Valley, is an urban agglomeration of 7.2 million...
, in conjunction with the 44th anniversary of the formation of Malaysia. It was illustrated by Shahril Nizam.
The most-quoted politician in the book is Dr. Mahathir Mohamad.
The back-cover blurb
Blurb
A blurb is a short summary or some words of praise accompanying a creative work, usually used on books without giving away any details, that is usually referring to the words on the back of the book jacket but also commonly seen on DVD and video cases, web portals, and news websites.- History :The...
reads: "The species called the Malaysian politicians often gets in the news, but sometimes not for the right reasons. Malaysian Politicians Say the Darndest Things is a collection of over 100 quotes that span almost three decades. There are things that make you go hmmm, things that make you go gaga, and thigs that given you a refreshingly pithy introduction to several issues of their time. It is a jaunty stroll through contemporary Malaysian culture, society and (of course) politics. We are sure there is more to come, which is why this is only Vol. 1."
It was the 9th best-selling local English book of 2007, according to the Popular bookstore chain.
Vol 2
Vol 2 (ISBN 9789834359669 ) was published in late 2008 but had its official launch on 14 February 2009, in conjunction with Valentine's DayValentine's Day
Saint Valentine's Day, commonly shortened to Valentine's Day, is an annual commemoration held on February 14 celebrating love and affection between intimate companions. The day is named after one or more early Christian martyrs named Saint Valentine, and was established by Pope Gelasius I in 496...
. It was illustrated by Fahmi Reza, who like Amir is a documentary film
Documentary film
Documentary films constitute a broad category of nonfictional motion pictures intended to document some aspect of reality, primarily for the purposes of instruction or maintaining a historical record...
maker. It sold 3,000 copies in the first three months alone.
The most-quoted politician in the book is Samy Vellu
Samy Vellu
Dato' Seri Samy Vellu Sangalimuthu is an Indian Malaysian politician. He is the longest serving President of the Malaysian Indian Congress , a component party of the Barisan Nasional coalition, holding the position since 1979, for 11 consecutive terms...
.
The back-cover blurb reads: "The Malaysian politician continues to be a gift that keeps on giving. Hot on the heels of the best-selling Vol.1 of Malaysian Politicians Say the Darndest Things, this compilation is further proof that we don't need to travel far to experience shock and awe. Join us for another dance through some of the top-tapping delights of the past two decades. Some of the quotes are witty and pithy, others are weird and prickly, and still others are just out-of-tune. If all History lessons were this painless, none of us would have ever skipped classes. "
Fahmi used a photo-montage method inspired by the anti-Nazi artist John Heartfield
John Heartfield
John Heartfield is the anglicized name of the German photomontage artist Helmut Herzfeld...
. Amir was a little worried that some of the artwork was too confrontational, and asked for three pages to be altered.