Publisher's Synopsis
""Building A Welfare State In Burma, 1948-1956"" is a historical account of the efforts made by the Burmese government to establish a welfare state in the years following the country's independence from British colonial rule. Written by Frank Newton Trager, the book explores the political, economic, and social factors that shaped the welfare policies of Burma's first post-colonial government.Trager begins by providing a detailed overview of the political landscape in Burma during the late 1940s and early 1950s, including the various political parties and factions that emerged in the wake of independence. He then delves into the specific policies and programs that were implemented by the government to address issues such as poverty, unemployment, and healthcare.Throughout the book, Trager also examines the challenges and obstacles that the Burmese government faced in its efforts to build a welfare state, including economic instability, political instability, and ethnic conflict. He also considers the impact of external factors such as the Cold War and the influence of international organizations like the United Nations.Overall, ""Building A Welfare State In Burma, 1948-1956"" provides a comprehensive and nuanced account of a critical period in Burma's history, shedding light on the complex processes involved in the establishment of a modern welfare state in a developing country.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.
