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Dive into the captivating travelogue of Miss Mitton, an unconventional English author of her era. As an unmarried woman in her early 30s, she ventured into the less-explored realms of Burma and Ceylon in the early 1900s. Her vividly picturesque language and her typical Edwardian era views towards the locals offer an intriguing insight into that epoch. The enchanting aura of Burma, a hidden gem for wanderers then and now, comes alive in her records. A must-listen for those intrigued by Edwardian travel, societal attitudes, and womens issues during the Edwardian colonial period. (Summary by Mary...

Miss Mitton was an unusual English woman of her time. As a published author, this unmarried woman in her early 30s recorded her visit to Burma (and Ceylon) at the turn of the 20th century. Her language is picturesque, and her attitude toward the natives of this country is typical of her era. Burma of the early 1900s was, and still is, a little known and underappreciated destination for those who love to wander the world. Anyone interested in Edwardian travel, attitudes, and women's issues during the Edwardian colonial period will enjoy this travelogue. (Summary by Mary Ann Hadley)