Description
In the twilight of the British Empire, a timber merchant in colonial Burma finds himself caught between the rigid social structures and ingrained prejudices of his countrymen. As he navigates the complex web of imperial rule and personal loyalty, he forms an unlikely friendship with a local doctor, a fervent admirer of the Empire. Their bond is tested by the suffocating atmosphere of bigotry, forcing a confrontation with the moral compromises and inherent corruption of colonial life. This powerful novel offers a searing indictment of imperialism, exploring themes of racism, identity, and the devastating consequences of cultural conflict.
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hardcover
1st World Library
Published Jul 30, 2005
376 pages
ISBN: 9781421808307
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Details
First Published
1934
Language
eng
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Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Burmese Days by George Orwell.