Published in 1907, this report provides a detailed survey of the geography, history, culture, and politics of Burma (now Myanmar) during the colonial period. The author, Alleyne Ireland, draws on a wide range of sources to offer a nuanced and comprehensive view of Burmese society and its relationship with the British colonial administration. This book is an invaluable resource for scholars and students of Southeast Asian history and culture.

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