The collection of papers in this volume present the initial findings of a research project to test H.W. Richardson's polarisation reversal hypothesis, using Malaysia as a case study. The concept of polarization reversal is discussed and the basic features of development and economic policy in...

The book covers the subjects of 'The Pedigree', Ecology and Biology of the Sagopalm, the Swamp-Sago Industry in West Malaysia, Sago-Farming in the Batu Pahat Floodplain, the System of Sago Production, and the Development of a Progressive Sago Industry.