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Journeys Within: Myanmar
Travel experts at Journeys Within recommend these books to enhance your trip.
Published on June 16, 2023
Lonely Planet Myanmar (Burma)
Simon RichmondStart your journey here with Lonely Planet’s trusted travel guide. Up-to-date insider information, cultural insights, and need-to-know history will enhance your experiences exploring everything from ancient temples at Bagan, to floating gardens at Inle Lake, and architectural marvels in Yangon. (Pro tip: Download to read offline so you can access top tips on the go.)
Burmese Days
George OrwellBefore he wrote “Animal Farm” and “Nineteen Eighty-Four,” George Orwell served in the British colonial police force in Burma. This novel comes out of his experiences there in the final days of British imperialism. When the white Englishmen who make up the European Club are ordered to elect one local Asian member, their attempts to manipulate the situation take a tragic turn.
The Glass Palace
Amitav GhoshStar-crossed lovers collide with the political and social chaos of the British invasion of 1885 in this entertaining road trip through Myanmar’s tumultuous past. A captivating portrait of love, loss, and adventure, it’s the perfect audiobook to put on when you’re traveling to the beautiful teak monasteries.