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Shooting an Elephant
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SKU: 9780141187396
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“Shooting an Elephant” by Thomas F. Ryan (ISBN: 9780141187396) offers a gripping account of a police officer’s life in British Burma. Explore classic essays like “My Country Right or Left,” “How the Poor Die,” and “Such, Such Were the Joys,” alongside poignant reflections on public school, Shakespeare, and poverty. Experience the complexities of colonialism through Ryan’s powerful prose.
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Happy Raghav –
Excellent insights into the burden of colonialism. “Shooting an Elephant” resonated deeply. Some essays were less compelling. Overall, a great read.
Shubham Sharma –
Ryan’s honesty is refreshing. I loved his reflections on poverty and the education system. A few essays were slow, but the rest were fantastic.
Annie Goswami –
A truly moving and disturbing book. I felt conflicted about some of the author’s views, but the writing is superb.
Abhay Kumar Verma –
Enjoyed most of the essays, especially the title one. Some topics were not for me. Ryan’s perspective is unique and thought-provoking.
Deep Vikas Mehta –
This collection is a must-read for anyone interested in colonial history. Ryan’s prose is captivating, though some essays drag on a bit. The standout is, of course, “Shooting an Elephant”.
Anjali Gupta –
A powerful, thought-provoking collection of essays. Ryan’s writing is sharp, but some themes felt a bit dated. Still worth a read.
Harshil Singh –
The title essay is unforgettable. Other essays varied in impact for me. Ryan’s perspective is unique, but sometimes unsettling.
Vedant Kaul –
An eye-opening look at a difficult time. The writing is skillful, but the subject matter can be depressing. Still, it is good!
Aniket Kumar –
The depiction of colonial Burma is vivid. Some of the topics were hard to digest. Overall, a worthwhile and interesting read.