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Proceeding upstream, however, new growths aroused our interest cocoa-nut and toddy palms, tamarinds and mangoes, among which the trimly thatched huts of the Burmans or an occasional pagoda furnished the necessary touch of local colour. Nevertheless the scene was tame, and to myself at least disappointing, until, after a couple of hours' steaming, there suddenly appeared, rosy in the sunshine, the golden dome of the great Shwe Dagon Pagoda, seemingly suspended above the purple haze which still hid Rangoon from sight.
From this moment everything appeared changed, and the freed imagination found possibilities every where. Numerous creeks enter the Rangoon River, leading to regions unexplored and mysterious; from them emerge into the main stream the quaintly shaped boats of the Burmans strange craft, whose graceful lines and richly-carved sterns seem to reflect the minds of a people who love beauty and are content to be happy.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a pictorial tour of Burma, as seen through the eyes of an early 20th-century painter. Through the authorās journey through the country, both up the Irrawaddy River and on land, the reader experiences the region's diverse natural beauty. Temples, jungles, and rivers are described in lush detail, as the author provides a cultural and historical context, giving insight into the lives, customs, and religious beliefs of the Burmese people. From the grandeur of the gilded Shwe Dagon Pagoda to the quaint villages and bustling bazaars, the author captures the essence of this captivating land, providing a unique glimpse into a bygone era. 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. Seller Inventory # 9781330559444_0
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