The Start of GERAKAN | with Mastura Alatas

Syed Hussein Alatas was among the founding members of GERAKAN and in this clip we discuss the motivation behind going into politics and the impact GERAKAN had on Malaysia's political scene. Get your copy of The Life in the Writing: Syed Hussein Alatas by clicking here - https://www.gerakbudaya.com/?tck=66cb... About the Book The Life in the Writing is the first biography of Malaysian scholar and former National University of Singapore academician, Syed Hussein Alatas (1928-2007). The author has chosen to reconstruct her father’s life by focusing on the very activity which brought his learning to the world: writing. Containing previously unpublished material and rare photographs, this biography also reveals for the first time how Syed Hussein Alatas’ most famous work, The Myth of the Lazy Native, got published, what his connections to Edward W. Said and Virginia Woolf were, and more. Originally published in 2010, this new edition of The Life in the Writing contains exclusive new content about Alatas and Italy, previously unpublished samples of his poetry and letters, his contributions to the Rukunegara, his thoughts on May 13, censorship, and UFO sightings, and a contribution from Malaysian filmmaker and writer, Amir Muhammad. Masturah Alatas has attempted to portray Syed Hussein Alatas’ life through the art of his writings so that readers may know him, and also know what it took for him to become known. About the Author Mastura Alatas is a distinguished author and scholar, celebrated for her insightful work, The Life in Writing: Syed Hussein Alatas. In this compelling book, she delves into the life and intellectual contributions of her father, Syed Hussein Alatas, a prominent Malaysian sociologist and philosopher. Mastura's writing reflects her deep understanding of her father’s legacy, blending personal anecdotes with scholarly analysis. She skillfully captures his profound influence on social thought in Southeast Asia, exploring themes of identity, culture, and critical inquiry. Her ability to articulate complex ideas in an accessible manner makes the book not only an homage to her father but also a significant contribution to contemporary literature on sociology and cultural studies. In addition to her literary accomplishments, Mastura is dedicated to promoting the ideals her father championed, engaging in public discourse and educational initiatives that encourage critical thinking and social justice. With her unique voice and perspective, Mastura Alatas continues to inspire readers and scholars alike, preserving and celebrating her father’s enduring impact on society. Follow her on: Instagram -   / mastura_alattas   Check out more of our interviews and conversation on: Instagram -   / thegoodcastshow   TikTok -   / thegoodcastshow   Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/1LdluFF... If you'd like to come on the show, or advertise on our show, or just want to share your thoughts, you can drop us an email at [email protected] Stay tuned for more!