From Third World to First: The Singapore Story: 1965-2000

Lee Kuan Yew's memoir chronicles Singapore's transformation from a poor, decrepit colony into a shining, rich, modern metropolis. With endorsements from world leaders including George Bush, Margaret Thatcher, Kofi Annan, and Kim Dae-jung, the book details how Lee's vision, political judgment, and strategy built a thriving nation. It covers Singapore's role in the Asian economic boom and offers insights on nation-building, technology integration, and regional politics.