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Among the Burmans: A Record of Fifteen Years of Work and its Fruitage

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A missionary offers a fifteen-year first-person account of daily life, customs, and religious practices in Burma, blending travel observations, ethnographic sketches, and anecdotes. Chapters move from initial arrival and adaptation through immersion in local dress and habits, examinations of Buddhist beliefs, caste and outcast groups, and profiles of major ethnic peoples. The narrative details practical challenges of ministry, cultural friction, rites, festivals, and colonial-era institutions, and reflects on social change, resistance, and the outcomes of Christian mission work, closing with personal experiences, obstacles encountered, and assessments of the work's results.

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Henry Park Cochrane

Henry Park Cochrane was a missionary and author known for his work in Burma during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. His notable book, "Among the Burmans: A Record of Fifteen Years of Work and its Fruitage," provides a detailed account of his experiences and observations while serving in the region. Cochrane's writings reflect his dedication to his mission and offer insights into the cultural and social dynamics of Burmese society during his time. His contributions to literature and missionary work continue to be of interest to those studying the history of Christian missions in Asia.

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