History Of Burma - Arthur Purves Phayre - Bog

The book ""History of Burma: Including Burma Proper, Pegu, Taungu, Tenasserim, and Arakan"" was written by Arthur Purves Phayre in 1883. It is a comprehensive account of the history of Burma, covering various regions such as Burma Proper, Pegu, Taungu, Tenasserim, and Arakan. The book provides a detailed analysis of the political, social, and cultural developments that took place in these regions over the centuries.Phayre's work is considered to be one of the most authoritative sources on the history of Burma. He draws on a wide range of sources, including ancient inscriptions, chronicles, and accounts of European travelers to provide a detailed picture of the country's past. The book covers the early kingdoms of Burma, the arrival of Buddhism, the rise of the Pagan dynasty, the Mongol invasions, and the subsequent decline of the empire.Phayre also provides an account of the colonial period in Burma, covering the arrival of the British and the subsequent annexation of the country. He examines the impact of British rule on Burma and the resistance movements that emerged in response to it. The book concludes with a discussion of the political situation in Burma at the time of writing.Overall, ""History of Burma: Including Burma Proper, Pegu, Taungu, Tenasserim, and Arakan"" is a comprehensive and detailed account of the history of Burma. It is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the country's past and its place in Southeast Asia.From The Earliest Time To The End Of The First War With British India.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.