"The Shan States: Culture and Society"

Presenter: Dr. Susan Conway
Date/Time: Thursday 14th December 2006 - 19.30; £5 for entry with coffee and samosas from 19.00
Place: Medical Society of London, 11 Chandos Street, Cavendish Square, London, UK
Event sponsor: The Britain Burma Society

My apologies for the short notice.

It seems that, recently, Shan events in London are in some kind of a boom.
Let's hope it continues.

This is an event that Shan academics, enthusiasts and all others should attend and are certain to enjoy. Dr. Conway, who earlier in the fall gave a riveting presentation at The School of Oriental and African Studies (SOAS) (see 22 September 2006 post) following her latest book, is back to provide us with more of her insight and grasp of the Shan, their culture, society and geography, this time in conjunction with the Britain-Burma Society; the society is one of the most active Burma- and Burma-related associations in the world, with regular events and a growing and active membership. Her talk, in addition to the opportunity to meet with her (and possibly have a copy of her book signed) should not be missed as the event will also be a wonderful opportunity to get tapped into the growing network of Burma and Shan enthusiasts.
Hope to see you there.

The Shan - Culture, Arts and Crafts: a brief outline of the talk
In the late British colonial period, the various Shan states all had their own courts, their own royal families, and their own cultures and splendour. These cultures were not quite Burmese and not quite Thai either; something all of their own.

The beautifully produced book also includes numerous and rare photos - many Dr. Conway's own or through muesum loans - of Shan palaces, lacquerware, silver, court dress, textiles, inlay and so on. It is guaranteed not to disappoint.

Mai soong kha...

Khun Naw Liang