The Hatanee: A Tale of Burman Superstition (1906)

The Hatanee: A Tale of Burman Superstition is a novel written by Arthur Eggar and published in 1906. The story is set in Burma and revolves around the legend of the Hatanee, a supernatural being believed to be responsible for the deaths of those who cross its path. The main character, a British officer named Captain Fawcett, becomes intrigued by the legend and sets out to investigate the truth behind it. Along the way, he encounters various Burmese characters who share their beliefs and superstitions about the Hatanee. As he delves deeper into the mystery, Fawcett begins to experience strange and unsettling events, leading him to question his own sanity. The novel explores themes of colonialism, cultural differences, and the clash between rationality and superstition. It is a gripping tale that offers a fascinating insight into the beliefs and traditions of Burmese culture.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.