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Burmese Days

By: George Orwell
Narrated by: Allan Corduner
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Philip French of the Observer described Orwell as 'the greatest writer of the twentieth century.'

Burmese days was Orwell's first novel, and was issued in 1934 in America, then a year later in the UK where there had been fears and controversy initially that the material may be libellous.

The story is largely based on Orwell's own experiences as a police officer in Burma. Set in the dying days of the Raj, it depicts the harshness and darker side of colonial rule. And at its centre is John Flory, a lone individual hopelessly trapped in a vast political system; themes which set the agenda for much of his writing.

Over time Orwell's writing has lost none of its human and political relevance. With Burma's battle for democracy now regularly in the news, Burmese days will continue to draw new listeners and significances in 2012 and beyond.

©1935 The Estate of the Late Sonia Brownell Orwell Classics Thought-Provoking Inspiring
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"Callow somehow manages to give a simultaneous multilevel interpretation suited to all ages. What a pro."
"If 'peeerless prose' could apply to one writer alone, I'd accord it to Orwell"
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Enjoyed this more than I expected. Almost a grittier version of a Jane Austin type story. Details well colonial Burma. Well worth a listen...

Great characters!

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Excellent narration. Hugely interesting for me as I've lived In Asia for over a quarter century but never in Burma. Historical fiction at it's best. An excellent story overlaid on the rich and oft disgraceful tapestry of Colonial life of the British Raj.

Loved it!

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People should read more books from this era, it's surprising how the behaviours of of people from the early twentieth century haven't really gone away, just changed slightly in appearance with the times.

Wonderful book

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The story is very good and almost stereotypical of the British empire and the Raj. personally I thought the ending was rather depressing.

Good book shame about the end.

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The book is very well narrated. A glimpse at life in the Raj about 100 years ago. An interesting story about the relationship between the Burmese and the British. If you like Orwell its a must read.

Fabulous first book by George Orwell..

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