Scots in Burma. Golden Times in a Golden Land.
Gartmore, Stirling. Kiscadale. 1990. Stock ID #152544 The first part of the book contains an outline of British commercial involvements in Burma from the earliest days, through to the establishment of colonial rule in 1886. A fascinating picture of the trade and the traders is presented. Part Two begins with the author's arrival in Burma in 1933, and whilst narrating his personal story, life in Burma under the British is assessed. To complement the text, contemporary photographs drawn from previously unpublished sources make this book of considerable visual interest. When referring to this item please quote stockid 152544.
Map, black and white photographic illustrations, ix + 110pp, bibliography, a good copy in little shelfworn paperback, square octavo.
Price: $175.00 AU