An Account of an Embassy to the Kingdom of Ava in the Year 1795
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An Account of an Embassy to the Kingdom of Ava in the Year 1795

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Embark on a captivating journey to the Kingdom of Ava in 1795 with Michael Symes’ firsthand account. Explore Burmese culture, religion, and court life through his insightful observations. Discover a treasure trove of historical knowledge about the kingdom’s inhabitants, customs, and political landscape. ISBN: 9789394262898

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Description

  • ISBN-13: 9789394262898
  • Publisher: Manohar Publishers and Distributors
  • Binding: Hardback
  • Language: English
  • Spine Width: 51 mm
  • Width: 225 mm
  • ISBN-10: 939426289X
  • Publisher Date: 28 Nov 2023
  • Height: 148 mm
  • No of Pages: 528
  • Weight: 920 gr

24 reviews for An Account of an Embassy to the Kingdom of Ava in the Year 1795

  1. Arun –

    While informative, the book lacked a certain spark. It felt a bit too detached and clinical for my taste. Still, a useful resource.

  2. Gagan B N –

    I enjoyed learning about the Kingdom of Ava, but the book could have been more engaging. It felt like reading a textbook at times.

  3. Ankit Verma –

    An interesting historical document, but it felt a bit dry and academic. I wish there were more personal anecdotes to liven it up. Still, informative.

  4. Navya Joshi –

    A decent read, but nothing extraordinary. Symes’ writing is competent, but it lacks the flair and excitement of other travel narratives.

  5. Arjun Raj K T –

    A fascinating journey back in time. Symes’ account provides a rare glimpse into the Kingdom of Ava in the th century.

  6. Akash Kumar Choudhary –

    Fascinating! Symes brings the Kingdom of Ava to life. A worthwhile read for any history enthusiast.

  7. Arpit Jaiswal –

    Very detailed and informative, but a little slow-paced. Worth it if you’re deeply interested in the subject.

  8. Aritra Bose –

    A solid historical account. I learned a lot, but it’s not exactly light reading.

  9. Ashish Kumar –

    Absolutely captivating! Symes provides a rich and detailed account of the Kingdom of Ava. Highly recommended for anyone interested in Burmese history.

  10. Aswin Rajesh –

    A must-read for anyone interested in the history of Burma. Symes’ observations are insightful and thought-provoking.

  11. Soumyajit Mukherjee –

    A truly remarkable account of th-century Burma. Symes’ observations are sharp, insightful, and often humorous. Highly recommended!

  12. Divya Meena –

    The book is well-researched and informative, but it’s not exactly a page-turner. Be prepared for a somewhat dry and academic read.

  13. Anjali Yadav –

    An invaluable resource for anyone studying Burmese history. Symes’ firsthand account is both detailed and insightful. Highly recommended!

  14. Poonam Saijari –

    A fascinating glimpse into th-century Burma. Symes’ observations are detailed, though the prose can be a bit dense at times. Worth reading for history buffs.

  15. Dhananjay Joshi –

    I was completely engrossed in Symes’ account of his embassy to the Kingdom of Ava. A must-read for history buffs!

  16. Kodavali Samarpana Rao –

    Not the most exciting read, but definitely historically valuable. Some parts were a bit tedious.

  17. Shikhar Suryawanshi –

    I found the book to be a bit of a slog. While the content is interesting, the writing style is dry and the pacing is slow.

  18. Sonal Kumar –

    An excellent primary source! Provides a unique perspective on a bygone era. Highly recommended.

  19. Manaswini Swami –

    Informative, but the writing style is a bit dated. Still, a good resource for research.

  20. Aditya Bisht –

    I was captivated by Symes’ account of his embassy to the Kingdom of Ava. The details about Burmese court life were particularly fascinating.

  21. Shivam Dhiran –

    Symes’ writing style is a bit old-fashioned, but the content is fascinating. A great resource for understanding Burmese culture and history.

  22. Sandeep Yadav –

    I found the book to be a bit dry and academic. While informative, it lacked the personal touch that would have made it more engaging.

  23. Archit Singhal –

    The book provides valuable insights. Some passages felt repetitive. Overall a worthwhile read.

  24. Shivani Rajeev Dhakate –

    While the book is informative, it could have been more engaging. The writing style is a bit dense and old-fashioned.

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