Revealing Complexities in the Practice of Faith in Malaysia
By Rachel Yeoh
March 2023BOOK REVIEW
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is a former journalist who traded her on-the-go job for a life behind the desk. For the sake of work-life balance, she participates in Penang's performing arts scene after hours.