Narrative Of The Captivity Of An Officer: Who Fell Into The Hands Of The Burmahs During The Late War (1827) - Hardcover

Narrative Of The Captivity Of An Officer: Who Fell Into The Hands Of The Burmahs During The Late War (1827) is a book written by Richard Bennett. The book is a first-hand account of the author's captivity in the hands of the Burmese during the Anglo-Burmese War of 1824-1826. The author, who was an officer in the British army, was captured by the Burmese during a battle and spent several months in captivity. The book describes his experiences during his captivity, including the harsh treatment he received from his captors, the conditions he lived in, and his eventual release. The book also provides a detailed account of the Burmese culture and society during the early 19th century. The book is a valuable historical document that provides insight into the Anglo-Burmese War and the Burmese culture and society of the time. It is recommended for anyone interested in military history, colonialism, and Southeast Asian history.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.