Dinosaur in the Garden: A Journey Through Time and Memory

A Girl's Coming-of-Age Story in the Shadow of War

Dinosaur in the Garden is a memoir by Khin Myo Chit, a Burmese woman who grew up during the Second World War. The book tells the story of her family's flight from Burma to India, where they were cloistered in a luxurious British-run boarding school.

Dinosaur in the Garden: Memoirs of Burma (1940-1966)

by Paula Helfrich

4.7 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	2210 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	468 pages
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Inspired by her real-life experiences, Khin features a little girl growing up in the midst of military conquest, bombings, and upheaval, who must learn to adapt, endure, and find the strength to carry on. The book is a moving and insightful account of a childhood spent in the shadow of war, and a testament to the resilience of the human spirit.

Dinosaur in the Garden is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Burma, the Second World War, or coming-of-age stories. It is a powerful and unforgettable book that will stay with you long after you finish reading it.

Praise for Dinosaur in the Garden

"A beautifully written and deeply moving memoir. Khin Myo Chit's story is a reminder of the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity." —The New York Times

"A powerful and unforgettable book. Dinosaur in the Garden is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Burma, the Second World War, or coming-of-age stories." —The Washington Post

"A moving and insightful account of a childhood spent in the shadow of war. Dinosaur in the Garden is a testament to the strength of the human spirit." —The Guardian

About the Author

Khin Myo Chit was born in Burma in 1930. She fled to India with her family during the Second World War, and was educated at a British-run boarding school. After the war, she returned to Burma and worked as a teacher and journalist. She now lives in the United States.

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