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A clear, in–depth look at Burma’s true character and how colonial rule reshaped its history and people. This edition helps readers understand what Upper Burma was, how it differed from Lower Burma, and why that distinction mattered.
The author traces Burma’s past and the forces of conquest, governance, and cultural change that followed. It frames the two-part story: what Burma was like before and during the empire, and what life under rule has meant for its people and traditions. The book also reflects on the aims and limits of imperial governance and the lessons these hold for readers today.
- How Upper Burma differed from Lower Burma and why that matters for understanding the nation.
- How imperial rule formed, evolved, and what it sought to achieve beyond peace and order.
- Where common myths come from and what the author sees as true about Burma’s institutions, beliefs, and identities.
- Insights into how a people adapt to large-scale social and political change over time.
Ideal for readers of history and imperial studies who want a nuanced look at Burma and its place in a wider world.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book makes evident the unparalleled and unexpected transformation the Burmese people underwent as an unwitting byproduct of their invasion by the British Empire. The author, having spent much time in Burma both before and after the invasion, provides a perspective of a people who in the shadow of imperial scrutiny traded their ancient and cohesive way of life for one that is both modern and splintered. The author colorfully portrays the Burmese people in their element, their character, their social conventions, and their idiosyncratic worldview. The heart of this book lies in the articulation of the deep-rooted cultural dissonance between the two societies. As the British Empire implemented its structures of governance and economic productivity, they disrupted the traditional rhythms of Burmese life, leading to unforeseen social consequences that persist to this day. This book is not only a profound meditation on the challenges of cross-cultural understanding but also a nuanced exploration of the ways in which traditional societies are transformed in the face of modernity. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781330816530_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330816530
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330816530
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