A History of Myanmar since Ancient Times by Maitrii Aung-Thwin

A History of Myanmar since Ancient Times by Maitrii Aung-Thwin

This second updated and expanded edition traces the storied past and rich culture of Myanmar over nearly three millennia, from the relics of its Neolithic civilization, through its encounters with British colonialism and the struggles for republic, to the changes that have taken place since the elections of 2010.

'This book is a bold and thought-provoking work that should be read by all serious students of MyanmarIt offers a major reinterpretation of Myanmar history, in part by relating broad historical trends to more recent developments.' - Dr Andrew Selth, Journal of Southeast Asian Studies 'This new book by two well-known historians provides a very good introduction to Myanmar's history from the premodern period to the present. The book is written in an engaging style ... But it is not just a superficial recounting of events. The authors examine longstanding discussions in academic circles about Myanmar's history, exploring, for example, the role of Buddhism, the reasons behind the rise and fall of its royal dynasties, and the impact of colonization and WWII on the country. Highly recommended.' - Choice 'An original research-based history of Myanmar through the centuries is long overdue. A History of Myanmar since Ancient Times is an essential volume for anyone seeking to understand the warp and woof of that little-known society today. Michael and Maitrii Aung-Thwin have gone back to original sources to explain the structure of Myanmar's history in a readable, but highly informed and original single volume.' - Robert H. Taylor, author of The State in Myanmar 'A strongly-argued book with a clearly stated perspective. This is a stimulating, often pugnacious reading of the history of Myanmar.' - Professor Ian Brown, Department of History, School of Oriental and African Studies

Maitrii Aung-Thwinis Associate Professor of Southeast Asian and Burmese History at the National University of Singapore. He is author of The Return of the Galon King: History, Law, and Rebellion in Colonial Burma (2011) and co-author of A New History of Southeast Asia (2010).

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ISBN 13	9781780231723
ISBN 10	1780231725
Title	A History of Myanmar since Ancient Times
Author	Maitrii Aung-Thwin
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Paperback
Publisher	Reaktion Books
Year published	2013-09-01
Number of pages	304
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