num_pages: 398
description: The story of Sao Hearn Hkam of Burma. Born into royalty, sold in marriage, she fought against tradition, foreign invaders and the brute power of a crazed general. Her journey from Princess, to Member of Parliament, to rebel leader, to exile is an inspiration and a revelation - about Burma, about Southeast Asia, and about the games of superpowers played out in real life. Includes b/w photo reproductions &amp; chapter notes. "Triumphant" The Bangkok Post.
language: English
title: The White Umbrella - A Woman's Struggle for Freedom in Burma
titlecomplete: The White Umbrella - A Woman's Struggle for Freedom in Burma
ratings_count: 3
publisher: Friends Books