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Bamboo People: A Heartwarming Journey into the Heart of a Burmese Village

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Bamboo People

by Mitali Perkins

4.6 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	2882 KB
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Print length	:	282 pages
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Discover the extraordinary story of a Burmese village and its people, as captured through the eyes of Mitali Perkins in her captivating book, Bamboo People.

In the heart of rural Burma, amidst lush greenery and towering bamboo forests, lies a small village named Kyauk Ka. It is here that Mitali Perkins, an American writer and photographer, spent months immersing herself in the lives of the villagers and documenting their unique culture and traditions.

Bamboo People is a beautifully written and deeply moving account of Perkins's time in Kyauk Ka. Through her vivid prose and stunning photographs, she brings to life the everyday struggles and triumphs of the villagers, capturing their resilience, warmth, and indomitable spirit.

We meet Ma Than Than, a village elder who shares her wisdom and knowledge of traditional Burmese medicine. We learn about the daily lives of the children, who play games in the bamboo groves and help their parents with chores.

We are also introduced to the village's young men, who leave their homes to work in the nearby city, and the women who remain behind to care for the children and tend to the fields.

Perkins's writing is both lyrical and deeply insightful. She weaves together personal anecdotes, historical context, and cultural observations to create a rich and nuanced portrait of a community that is both ancient and modern, traditional and progressive.

Bamboo People is more than just a travelogue. It is a story about human connection, the power of community, and the resilience of the human spirit. It is a book that will stay with you long after you finish reading it.

Praise for Bamboo People:

"Bamboo People is a beautifully written and deeply moving account of life in a Burmese village. Perkins's prose is lyrical and her photographs are stunning. This is a book that will stay with you long after you finish reading it." - The New York Times

"Bamboo People is a must-read for anyone interested in Burma or Southeast Asia. Perkins's writing is both insightful and accessible, and her photographs are simply breathtaking." - The Washington Post

"Bamboo People is a heartwarming and inspiring story about the power of community and the resilience of the human spirit. Perkins's writing is a gift, and her photographs are a testament to the beauty of Burma and its people." - The San Francisco Chronicle

About the Author:

Mitali Perkins is an American writer and photographer who has lived and worked in Burma for over a decade. She is the author of several books about Burma, including Step by Step: A Journey into the Heart of Burma and Burma: Rivers of Faith. Her work has been featured in The New York Times, The Washington Post, and The National Geographic.

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