Tunku Abdul Rahman is a man of rare insight and character. Although born a prince, he has the remarkable ability of being able to share the feelings of his compatriots, no matter what strata of life they may come from. LEST WE FORGET is the latest collection of the Tunku's memoirs, selected from his weekly articles in the Star. This book traces events - which he fears are long forgotten - that led to Malaysia's peacefullt procured independence and later placed her on the map as a rapidly developing nation. These candid observations, made in the Tunku's inimitable discursive style, range from politics and economies to religion and legends. On recent events involving people, the author has assed the verdict - honestly and fairly. In the years to come, LEST WE FORGET will be a valuable record of the history of Malaysia through the eyes of its first Prime Minister.