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Naraina Pillai is determined. Although his cotton business is destroyed by a fire, Naraina bounces back. He becomes a successful merchant and community leader. To help others in society, Naraina builds the original Sri Mariamman Temple at South Bridge Road. Today, Pillai Road helps us remember this pioneer's contributions to society.Who are our amazing pioneers, the people who travelled from distant lands to seek out adventure and fortune in early Singapore? In this series of fully-illustrated books, you'll discover our pioneers' inspiring stories, some of which have never been written out for children before! So, come and celebrate the people who have made a difference to Singapore, through their hard work, service and sacrifice.

Naraina Pillai: Builder Of The Sri Mariamman

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    A Hardback by Shawn Li Song Seah, Patrick Yee

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      Publisher: World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd
      Publication Date: Publication Date: 15/08/2023
      ISBN13: 9789811268960, 978-9811268960
      ISBN10: 9811268967

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      Book Synopsis
      Naraina Pillai is determined. Although his cotton business is destroyed by a fire, Naraina bounces back. He becomes a successful merchant and community leader. To help others in society, Naraina builds the original Sri Mariamman Temple at South Bridge Road. Today, Pillai Road helps us remember this pioneer's contributions to society.Who are our amazing pioneers, the people who travelled from distant lands to seek out adventure and fortune in early Singapore? In this series of fully-illustrated books, you'll discover our pioneers' inspiring stories, some of which have never been written out for children before! So, come and celebrate the people who have made a difference to Singapore, through their hard work, service and sacrifice.

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