Many Malaysians know of the Chow Kit district, but not many know of the man it was named after – Loke Chow Kit. In this book, the vast history left behind by him and his contributions to the growth and development of the Malaysia that we know and love today, will finally be explored and shared to readers everywhere. The contents, with more than 300 images, will let readers have a glimpse of Chow Kit’s personal life and many businesses, and will go over the tangible cultural heritage that were associated with him in the past that can still be seen in the present day. A beacon and figurehead of the Malayan community, Chow Kit’s contributions will finally be acknowledged and immortalised in this book, for you, the reader, and the generations to come.
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This book explores Loke Chow Kit’s vast history and his contributions to Malaysia
