Orwell, George

Burmese Days

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ISBN 13:: 9781849023740
author:: Orwell, George
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Oxford City Press
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2011
Pages:: 256
Dimensions:: 22.9 x 15.2 x 1.5 centimetres (0
Genre:: Fiction & Literature, General, Fiction & Literature,
Condition:: New
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Burmese Days is a novel set in the waning days of the British Empire, known for its extravagant language and imagery. Written by George Orwell, this book offers a unique perspective on imperialism and its effects. George Orwell's life experiences greatly influenced his writing. Born Eric Blair in 1903, he studied at Wellington College and Eton before joining the Indian Imperial Police in Burma. His time there had a profound impact on him, leading to his resignation in 1927 to pursue a career as a writer. This marked the beginning of his literary career, which would go on to establish him as a prominent figure in British literature. Orwell's writing is characterized by its commitment to truth and clarity of expression. His novels, including Animal Farm and Nineteen Eighty-Four, have had a lasting impact on British literature.

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