Burma / Myanmar: Thakin Kodaw Hmaing, Burmese poet, writer, politician and nationalist (1876-1964)

Thakin Kodaw Hmaing (23 March 1876 – 23 July 1964) is considered one of the greatest Burmese poets, writers and political leaders of 20th century Burma. He is regarded as the Father of the Burmese nationalist and peace movements as well as a literary genius. His legacy and influence on the post-war generations can still be felt in both literature and the ongoing political situation in Myanmar (Burma).

Thakin Kodaw Hmaing was, in the words of Burma scholar Anna Allott': 'a man of many skills - a true Buddhist and a staunch patriot; poet and playwright; historian and teacher; pioneer writer and satirist - Thankin Kodaw Hmaing is the single most revered literary figure in modern Burma'.

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