The Voice of Young Burma

by Aye Kyaw

Overview

This work explores the history of the university in Burma, both as an institution founded by the colonizing British, and as a medium for change that was used by Burmese students in their struggles for independence. Aye Kyaw describes student protests, strikes, and boycotts that were part of a nationalist movement calling for the study of Burmese culture, history, and language. As this discourse evolved, it invited radical explorations of such concepts as democracy, justice, and freedom.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780877271291
Publisher:	Cornell University Press
Publication date:	01/01/1993
Series:	Southeast Asia Program Series , #12
Pages:	98
Product dimensions:	6.80(w) x 10.00(h) x 0.30(d)
Age Range:	18 Years

Editorial Reviews

A leading Burmese historian... demonstrates vividly the divergence in British and Burmese views on the role and purpose of education.

Asian Studies Review

A leading Burmese historian... demonstrates vividly the divergence in British and Burmese views on the role and purpose of education.

-- "Asian Studies Review"

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