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Law-Yone, WendyBetter late than never, when Wendy Law-Yone eventually edited her father's papers, she discovers an intriguing account of 20th century Burma. As a newspaper editor, especially one committed to democracy, Edward Law-Yone was a man who rubbed shoulders with the political movers and shakers of the day. From colonial rule, Japanese occupation, fledgling independence to the instigation of military rule, it's all there, in glorious, vivid detail.
An intriguing memoir, this deft weaving of the personal and political, blends the recent history of a complicated nation with a warm and candid portrait of family. [Small font]
Pages
309
309
Year
2013
2013
Reviews
14-06-2023
Impersonal tone detracted from ability to engage with the story. Some fascinating insights into politics in Burma.
27-07-2018
This was a book that I, and those that finished it, would say, "DO finish it"! It was well worth the effort although could be hard goingreading aboutan unfamiliar culture and politics. It gave insight into the strength of the women and the total disregard of the men for the families. Thank you for a new experience!
27-07-2018
A very good discussion had about political turmoil. We admired the author's courage. However most of us would not recommend the book as a good read as there were too many facts to absorb. The latter part of the book was better.
27-07-2018
We all enjoyed this book and its story of Burma. It was well worth reading for its insights into Burma's troubled history, although there was a great deal of detail which could have been more tightly edited. We found Ed Law-Yone a most interesting and brave man, and his daughter Wendy captures this with the story of his newspaper "The Nation", and his striving for democracy in his country. The discussion was lively, and the notes and questions pertinent and useful.
27-07-2018
A demanding book which requires a large degree of dedication which pays off in the last chapters. A lot of political review which can be challenging if this doesn't interest you. Some of us didn't finish.