Legendary History of Burma and Arakan is a historical book written by Charles James Forbes Smith in 1882. The book provides a detailed account of the legendary history of Burma and Arakan, two important regions in Southeast Asia. The author has carefully researched and compiled various legends and myths associated with these regions, and presents them in a comprehensive manner.The book begins with an introduction to the geography and people of Burma and Arakan, followed by a brief overview of their history. The author then delves into the legendary history of these regions, covering topics such as the origin of the Burmese people, the early kingdoms of Burma, and the legendary kings of Arakan.The author also discusses the influence of Buddhism on these regions, and how it shaped their culture and society. He provides detailed accounts of the lives of famous Buddhist monks and their contributions to the development of Buddhism in Burma and Arakan.The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of Southeast Asia. It sheds light on the rich and diverse heritage of Burma and Arakan, and provides a fascinating insight into the legends and myths that have shaped the region's history. Overall, Legendary History of Burma and Arakan is an engaging and informative read for anyone interested in the history and culture of 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.
