Miln, Louise Jordan 1864-1933 creator text utu 2017 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "When We Were Strolling Players in the East" by Louise Jordan Miln is a memoir written in the late 19th century. This narrative chronicles the author's experiences as she travels across various Eastern locations with her husband, showcasing her deep appreciation for the culture, people, and landscapes she encounters along the way. The work is likely to appeal to readers interested in travel, personal anecdotes, and cultural exploration. At the start of the memoir, the author reflects on her intense curiosity and love for the East, describing her arrival in Colombo. She shares her initial impressions of the vibrant and bustling life around the port, filled with native boats, merchants, and exotic sounds. The opening portion introduces her excitement for new experiences while highlighting her family, especially her husband and children, as they begin their adventures in this unfamiliar yet fascinating land. Through her observations and encounters, Miln captures the essence of her journey, setting the tone for a deeper exploration of the East in the subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2017-12-27 Produced by Mardi Desjardins & the online Distributed Proofreaders Canada team at http://www.pgdpcanada.net from page images generously made available by the Internet Archive (https://archive.org) Original publication data not identified Orient -- Description and travel Orient -- Social life and customs DS Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/56262 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/56262 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134309.0 56262