I Am The River: A Story of Singapore Before Singapore

What if the Singapore River could speak?

For centuries, the river has carried dreams, witnessed struggles, and held the memories of a nation. From Sang Nila Utama’s first sighting of a lion, to the arrival of Raffles, through war, independence, and the great cleanup, the river has seen it all.

In this unique retelling, the Singapore River becomes the storyteller. It shares not just history, but the feelings, hopes, and secrets of those who lived along its banks.

Written in a warm, conversational style, this book invites readers young and old to walk beside the river, listen to its voice, and discover how three short kilometers shaped the destiny of a country.

I Am the River: A Story of Singapore Before Singapore is part history, part imagination, and a celebration of memory, resilience, and renewal.