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Twilight Over Burma: My Life As A Shan Princess (Kolowalu Books (Paperback))
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Just Married And Returning To Live In Her New Husband'S Native Land, A Young Austrian Woman Arrived With Her Burmese Husband By Passenger Ship In Rangoon In 1953. They Were Met At Dockside By Hundreds Of Wellwishers Displaying Colorful Banners, Playing Music On Homemade Instruments, And Carrying Giant Bouquets Of Flowers. She Was Puzzled By This Unusual Welcome Until Her Embarrassed Husband Explained That He Was Something More Than A Recently Graduated Mining Engineer He Was The Prince Of Hsipaw, The Ruler Of An Autonomous State In Burma'S Shan Mountains. And These People Were His Subjects!She Immersed Herself In The Shan Lifestyle, Eagerly Learning The Language, The Culture, And The History Of The Shan Hill People. The Princess Of Hsipaw Fell In Love With This Remote, Exotic Land And Its Warm And Friendly People. She Worked At Her Husband'S Side To Bring Change And Modernization To Their Primitive Country. Her Efforts To Improve The Education And Health Care Of The Country, And Her Husband'S Commitment To Improve The Economic Wellbeing Of The People Made Them One Of The Most Popular Ruling Couples In Southeast Asia. Then The Violent Military Coup Of 1962 Shattered The Idyllic Existence Of The Previous Ten Years. Her Life Irrevocably Changed. Inge Sargent Tells A Story Of A Life Most Of Us Can Only Dream About. She Vividly Describes The Social, Religious, And Political Events She Experienced. She Details The Daytoday Living As A Reluctant Ruler And Her Role As Her Husband'S Equal A Role That Perplexed The Males In Hsipaw And Created Awe In The Females. And Then She Describes The Military Events That Threatened Her Life And That Of Her Children.Twilight Over Burma Is A Story Of A Great Happiness Destroyed By Evil, Of One Woman'S Determination And Bravery Against A Ruthless Military Regime, And Of The Truth Behind The Overthrow Of One Of Burma'S Most Popular Local Leaders.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Twilight over Burma'? A: The main theme of 'Twilight over Burma' is the juxtaposition of personal happiness and political turmoil, as it narrates the life of Inge Sargent, who marries a Shan prince and experiences both love for her new home and the impact of a military coup.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Twilight over Burma'? A: The author of 'Twilight over Burma' is Inge Sargent, who shares her personal experiences as a Shan princess.
- Q: What is the book's format and page count? A: 'Twilight over Burma' is available in paperback format and contains 240 pages.
- Q: When was 'Twilight over Burma' published? A: 'Twilight over Burma' was published on August 1, 1994.
- Q: What condition is the used book in? A: The used copy of 'Twilight over Burma' is in good condition.
- Q: What are the key features of 'Twilight over Burma'? A: Key features of 'Twilight over Burma' include its captivating narrative of life in Burma, insights into Shan culture, and personal reflections on political conflict.
- Q: Is there any specific audience for 'Twilight over Burma'? A: 'Twilight over Burma' is ideal for readers interested in memoirs, Asian history, and cultural studies.
- Q: What kind of story does 'Twilight over Burma' tell? A: 'Twilight over Burma' tells a compelling story of love, cultural immersion, and the challenges faced during a significant political upheaval.
- Q: Does the book provide historical context about Burma? A: Yes, the book provides historical context about Burma, particularly during the time of the military coup in 1962.
- Q: Are there any illustrations or photographs in the book? A: The book does not explicitly mention illustrations or photographs, focusing instead on narrative storytelling.