A Marriage In Burmah: A Novel (1905)

By M. Chan-Toon

Book Overview

""A Marriage in Burmah"" is a novel written by Mabel Chan-Toon and published in 1905. The story is set in colonial Burma and follows the life of a young British woman named Edith, who falls in love with a Burmese man named U Po Kyin. Despite the cultural and societal differences, the couple decides to get married and face the challenges that come with their union. The novel explores themes of race, identity, and the clash of cultures during the colonial period. It offers a unique perspective on the British Empire's impact on the indigenous people of Burma and the struggles of interracial relationships in a time of great social and political change. Overall, ""A Marriage in Burmah"" is a thought-provoking and insightful novel that sheds light on a fascinating period in history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165273950
• ISBN13: 9781165273959
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 308 Pages
• Weight: 0.91 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"