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- Language
- English
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- Publisher
- Penguin Books, Limited
- ISBN
- 9780141920580
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Other editions (78)
Burmese Days (Classic, 20th-Century, Audio)
1997 • Penguin Audio
English
Burmese Days
2021 • HarperCollins Publishers Limited
English
Modern Classics Burmese Days
2014 • National Geographic Books
English
Modern Classics Burmese Days
2009 • Penguin UK
English
Burmese Days (Collins Classics)
2021 • HarperCollins Publishers
English
Other editions
Burmese Days (Classic, 20th-Century, Audio)
1997 • Penguin Audio
English
Burmese Days
2021 • HarperCollins Publishers Limited
English
Modern Classics Burmese Days
2014 • National Geographic Books
English
Modern Classics Burmese Days
2009 • Penguin UK
English
Burmese Days (Collins Classics)
2021 • HarperCollins Publishers
English
Burmese Days
2022 • Bloomsbury USA
English
Burmese Days
1969 • Penguin Group USA, Incorporated
English
Burmese Days
2018 • Penguin Random House
English
Burmese Days
1974 • HarperCollins
English
Burmese Days
1962 • Time Incorporated
English
Burmese Days
2005 • 1st World Library
English
Burmese Days
2014 • Penguin Books, Limited
English
Burmese Days
1996 • Books on Tape, Inc.
English
Burmese Days
2009 • Penguin UK
English
Burmese Days
2002 • Penguin Books, Limited
English
Burmese Days
2021 • Independently Published
English
Burmese Days
1932 • Amereon Limited
English
Burmese Days
2011 • Blackstone Audio, Inc.
English
Burmese Days
2004 • 1st World Publishing, Incorporated
English
Burmese Days
2021 • Pan Macmillan
English
Burmese Days
1969 • Penguin Books
English
Burmese Days
2011 • Oxford City Press
English
Burmese Days
2004 • 1st World Library
English
Burmese Days
1950 • Harcourt Trade Publishers
English
Burmese Days
2023 • Little, Brown Book Group Limited
English
Burmese Days
2021 • HarperCollins Publishers Limited
English
Burma Günleri Mini Kitap
2018 • Can Yayinlari
Turkish
Une histoire birmane
1984 • Gérard Lebovici
French
Une histoire birmane
2001 • 10/18
French
Werkausgabe in 11 Bd. Tage in Burma
1982 • Diogenes-Verlag
English
Burmese Days (7 Cassettes)
1992 • Blackstone Audiobooks
Spanish
Burma Günleri
2021 • Yakamoz Yayinlari
Turkish
Burmese Days
2021 • Arcturus Publishing Limited
English
Burma Günleri
2023 • Can Yayinlari
Turkish
Burma Günleri
2021 • Sule Yayinlari
Turkish
Burmese Days: A Novel (Library Edition)
1992 • Blackstone Audio, Inc.
English
Los días de Birmania
2003 • Ediciones del Viento, S.L.
Spanish
Burmese Days
1997 • Penguin Random House
English
Burmese Days : A Novel
2021 • Independently Published
English
Burmese Days
2021 • Independently Published
English
Burmese Days
2021 • Independently Published
English
Burmese Days : A Novel
2021 • Independently Published
English
Burmese Days
2020 • Independently Published
English
Burmese Days
1996 • Books On Tape
English
Burmese Days
2021 • Independently Published
English
Burmese Days
2020 • Platanus Publishing
Burmese Days : Preface by Giancarlo Rossini
2021 • Independently Published
English
Burmese Days
2018 • Independently Published
English
Burmese Days : Large Print
2019 • Independently Published
English
Burmese Days
2020 • Independently Published
English
Burmese Days
2021 • Independently Published
English
Burmese Days: Large Print
2017 • CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
English
Burmese Days
2021 • Independently Published
English
Burmese Days
2017 • Independently Published
English
Burmese Days
2022 • Independently Published
English
Burmese Days
2022 • Independently Published
English
Burma Günleri
2021 • Alfa Basim Yayim Dagitim
Turkish
Burmese Days
2021 • Independently Published
English
Burmese Days
2021 • Independently Published
English
Burmese Days
2017 • Independently Published
English
Burmese Days
2020 • Independently Published
English
Burmese Days
2019 • Independently Published
English
Burmese Days
2017 • CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
English
Burmese Days
2021 • Independently Published
English
Burmese Days
2022 • Independently Published
English
Burmese Days: George Orwell (English Edition)
2015 • CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
English
Burmese Days
2019 • Independently Published
English
Burmese Days
2022 • Independently Published
English
Burmese Days
2017 • CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
English
緬甸歲月 （英國殖民文學三大經典之二，喬治‧歐威爾重要自傳小說，全新中譯）
2017 • 聯經出版事業公司
Chinese
Burmese Days
2018 • Amazon Digital Services LLC - KDP Print US
English
Burmese Days
2022 • Independently Published
English
Burmese Days
2017 • Independently Published
English
Burmese Days
2021 • Independently Published
English
Burmese Days
2020 • Independently Published
English
Burmese Days
1974 • Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Trade & Reference Publishers
English
Burmese Days
2021 • Independently Published
English
Burmese Days
2020 • Independently Published
English
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George Orwell's Burmese Days is widely praised for its exceptional writing quality, showcasing the author's talent even in his early work. Reviewers consistently highlight the superb prose, which is described as magnificent, effortless, and elegant, often imbued with a dry, razor-sharp wit. The novel is lauded as a powerful and scathing indictment of British imperialism, racism, and institutionalized bigotry, offering a profound exploration of the corrupting nature of colonial domination. Many find it ahead of its time in its social criticism, providing a raw and unflinching look at a troubling period of history and the psychological impact of such a system. The vivid and atmospheric descriptions transport readers to the setting, making it an engaging and thought-provoking read, often seen as foundational to Orwell's later political works.
Despite its strengths, reviewers frequently point out several challenging aspects of Burmese Days. A common criticism is the pervasive unlikeability of most characters, who are often described as vapid, loathsome, pathetic, or despicable. The protagonist, John Flory, while somewhat more enlightened, is often viewed as weak-willed, cowardly, and unable to stand up for his convictions. Some find the plot to be somewhat contrived or melodramatic, with a perceived lack of subtlety in its messaging, leading to characters that border on exaggerated caricatures. The narrative is often characterized as dark, depressing, and uncomfortable, making it not an easy or light read. A few critics also suggest that the novel, as Orwell's first, sometimes lacks the structural polish or character development found in his more mature works.
Overall, Burmese Days is highly recommended, particularly for fans of George Orwell and readers interested in a critical examination of colonialism. Its significance lies in its bold themes and powerful social commentary, which many reviewers argue outweigh its perceived flaws in character likability or plot structure. The book appeals to those who appreciate unflinching, dark, and pessimistic narratives that challenge societal norms and expose injustices. It is considered a must-read for anyone seeking to understand the complexities of British imperial rule and its impact on both colonizers and the colonized, offering a provocative tale of identity, loneliness, ignorance, racism, and greed that remains relevant today.
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