When We Were Strolling Players in the East

Name: When We Were Strolling Players in the East
Author: Louise Jordan Miln

By Louise Jordan Miln

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The author recounts an extended theatrical couple's journey through South and East Asia, offering episodic, scene-rich travel essays that record landscapes, markets, domestic life, ceremonies, and performances. Vivid accounts range from rickshaw rides and house-boats to funerary rites, marriages, opium dens, and theatrical encounters; portraits of women, local crafts, and colonial social life recur. The narrative blends personal anecdote, observational detail, and illustrated sketches to convey cultural customs, sensory impressions, and the practical challenges of travel, alternating affectionate curiosity with measured reflection while moving through India, Ceylon, Burma, China, Japan, and the Himalayan regions.

About the Author

Louise Jordan Miln

Louise Jordan Miln was an American author and playwright known for her contributions to early 20th-century literature. She wrote several notable works, including the play "Mr. Wu," which was based on the original by H. M. Vernon and Harold Owen. Miln's writing often explored themes of cultural interaction and personal relationships, as seen in her works like "Quaint Korea" and "Mr. and Mrs. Sên." Her diverse body of work reflects her experiences in various cultural contexts, particularly in Asia, where she spent time as a performer. Miln's literary legacy includes a blend of drama and narrative that captures the complexities of human connection.