Emma Larkin

Finding George Orwell in Burma

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ISBN 13:
9781847084026
author:
Emma Larkin
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Granta Books
language:
English
Publication Year:
2011
Pages:
304
Dimensions:
19.6 x 13 x 1.8 cm
Genre:
Travel Writing
Condition:
New
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Emma Larkin's memoir is a powerful account of her year-long journey through Burma, guided by the life and work of George Orwell. In stirring prose, she provides a thought-provoking exploration of one of the world's least free countries, where the term "Orwellian" aptly describes the lives endured by its people. Through her travels, Larkin offers a brave and revelatory look at modern Burma, a country shrouded in secrecy and repression. Her book is a crucial read for anyone interested in understanding this complex and often misunderstood nation. With its insightful and engaging narrative, Finding George Orwell in Burma has become a widely regarded work of reportage and travel writing.

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