Life and Travel in Lower Burmah: A Retrospect

"Life and Travel in Lower Burmah: A Retrospect" by C. T. Paske is a journey through the author's time in Burma, giving readers a glimpse into the culture, environment, and difficulties of living there during that era. The narrative begins with the author's voyage from England, painting a picture of the mix of excitement and worry felt by travelers headed to the East. Through descriptions of shipboard life – the friendships and the hardships – readers are transported to the experience of traveling in that period, setting the scene for a series of cultural comparisons and local encounters that await the author in Burma, ensuring a comprehensive look at both the land and its people.