Publisher's Synopsis
Amongst The Shans is a book written by Archibald R. Colquhoun. It is a travelogue that describes the author's journey through the Shan States in Burma (now Myanmar) during the late 19th century. The book provides a detailed account of the geography, history, and culture of the Shan people, who are an ethnic group living in the region. Colquhoun's observations are based on his personal experiences and interactions with the locals during his travels. The book also includes illustrations and photographs that depict the landscapes and people of the Shan States. Overall, Amongst The Shans is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history and culture of Burma and Southeast Asia.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.