Bücher von Mimosa

These stories are from the ancient oral tradition of the Burmese people. They were related to early American missionaries who took them down as a window of insight into the culture and heart of the people of Burma. These stories are important as a view into a people who are lost in time, and yet hold the keys to the men and women of Myanmar today. These are not simply children's stories from a time gone by. They are historical markers of a time and a place which point the way back into the pre-history of a people, and point forward to the Burmese people of the Twenty First Century. Whether the reader enjoys these stories as children's stories, folk tales, or cultural artifacts, they are unique, exotic and fresh. However we see them, they are put forth here to be enjoyed.

""Told On The Pagoda: Tales Of Burma"" is a collection of short stories written by Mimosa and published in 1895. The book is set in Burma, a country in Southeast Asia, and features stories that showcase the customs, beliefs, and traditions of the Burmese people. The stories are told from the perspective of a British woman who has lived in Burma for many years and has become familiar with the local culture. The tales cover a variety of topics, including love, marriage, family, religion, and superstition. Some of the stories are light-hearted and humorous, while others are more serious and thought-provoking. Overall, ""Told On The Pagoda: Tales Of Burma"" provides an insightful and entertaining look into the lives of the Burmese people and their unique way of life.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.