[Book Review] Harry Builds a Nation: The Legacy of Lee Kuan Yew (Harry Lee Book 3)

After enjoying the books 'A Boy Named Harry' and 'Harry Grows Up', of course I was going to read the final edition to the Harry Lee Book series, 'Harry Builds a Nation: The Legacy of Lee Kuan Yew'. 

Harry Builds a Nation: The Legacy of Lee Kuan Yew (Harry Lee Book 3)
2015
Published by: Epigram Books / Singapore
Written by: Sheri Tan, Illustrated by: Patrick Yee

While the first two books centered on Harry's character growth, this book specifically served as an ode to his invaluable contributions to Singapore throughout his life. 

Mr Lee once told journalists, "I have spent my life, so much of it, building up this country. There's nothing more that I need to do.
"At the end of the day, what have I got? 
"A successful Singapore. 
"What have I given up?
"My life."

I was amazed at how a man could be so passionate and patriotic about a country that he dedicated his entire life to developing it. It is no wonder the whole of Singapore mourned the death of Mr Lee Kuan Yew. 

The book underlines Harry's pivotal role in aiding Singapore secure its sovereignty. He remained a steadfast supporter through every key milestone, from gaining independence from the British Government to transforming Singapore into a business-friendly nation. 

The highlight of this book is that it does not misrepresent Lee Kuan Yew as the only founding father of Singapore, and acknowledges the role of many other forefathers who have paved way for the Singapore that we live in today. Yet, it shows why Mr Lee Kuan Yew was an iconic leader who left an unforgettable mark in Singapore's history. 

This series is a heartfelt tribute to Mr Lee Kuan Yew, and its noble intention of narrating our Singaporean real-life hero's story to the future generations is truly praiseworthy. 



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