The Burman V2: His Life And Notions (1882)

By Shway Yoe and James George Scott

Book Overview

The Burman V2: His Life And Notions is a book written by Shway Yoe and originally published in 1882. It is a comprehensive study of the Burmese people, their way of life, customs, beliefs, and traditions. The author, who was a British colonial administrator in Burma, provides a detailed account of the Burmese society, economy, religion, and governance during the 19th century.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which explores a different aspect of Burmese life. The first chapter provides an overview of the country's geography, climate, and history. The subsequent chapters delve into topics such as Burmese Buddhism, the Burmese monarchy, the Burmese language, and the Burmese economy. The author also discusses the role of women in Burmese society, Burmese art and literature, and the Burmese approach to medicine.Throughout the book, the author provides insights into the Burmese mindset and worldview. He explains the importance of hierarchy and social status in Burmese culture, and the role of astrology and divination in everyday life. He also discusses the Burmese approach to death and the afterlife, as well as their beliefs about karma and reincarnation.The Burman V2: His Life And Notions is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Burmese culture and history. It provides a detailed and nuanced understanding of the Burmese people and their way of life, and sheds light on the country's rich cultural heritage. The book is written in an accessible style and is suitable for both academic and general readers.In Two Volumes.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: 110426157X
• ISBN13: 9781104261573
• Release Date: April 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 368 Pages
• Weight: 1.08 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"