Burmese Days

Autori

• George Orwell

Parametri

• 226 pagine
• 8 ore di lettura

• Mappe e viaggi
• Natura, animali
• Prosa storica
• Saggistica
• Turismo / Viaggi

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Set against the backdrop of British imperialism, the narrative unfolds in a Burmese settlement where a group of Englishmen grapple with the implications of social change. The impending admission of a token Asian into their exclusive European Club sparks tension and reveals deep-seated prejudices. Drawing on his own experiences in India, Orwell delivers a poignant exploration of colonial attitudes and the moral dilemmas faced by those living in a crumbling empire, making it a powerful commentary on race and power dynamics.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2021