Hikayat Hang Tuah, page 1

Hikayat Hang Tuah.

Hikayat Hang Tuah is as a Malay literary classic, a traditional Malay epic, and a folk tale that is recognized as a national literary classic. Hang Tuah is characterized as an illustrious Malay hero that represents absolute loyalty to the ruler and as the ultimate champion of chivalry and obedience to tradition. The book symbolizes the greatness of Malacca during its height in the 15th century while projecting the bravery of the Malays. It’s not only well-known among the Malays but also to the people in the Malay Archipelago.