Officers' Mess

De: Sandra Joseph Nunez

Narrado por: Sandra Joseph Nunez

Officers' Mess is a story of resilience, betrayal, courage and faith. It is an inimitable recounting of the author's experiences as a young girl during a turbulent chapter of Sri Lankan (Ceylon) history. Set against the backdrop of the attempted coup d'état in 1962, it delves into the social and political events that shaped the lives of her unforgettable family.

When she was 10 years old, her father and uncle, both majors in the Ceylon Army, were imprisoned and tried for conspiring to overthrow the nationalist government of Sirimavo Bandaranaike, the world's first female prime minister.

This memoir focuses on a critical moment in history — a time that might have changed the course of the nation had the coup succeeded. It offers international listeners a unique perspective on post-colonial conflicts and their far-reaching impact on families. Exploring her family's Burgher (descendants of the British, Dutch, and Portuguese) history and culture, she sheds light on a lesser-known chapter of Sri Lanka's history, providing a new dimension to the literature on the island's complex past.

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Heartfelt, Inspiring, and Funny!

Officers' Mess is a remarkable memoir, and it is made all the more compelling by author Sandra Nunez's heartfelt narration. In this audiobook, Sandra's vivid firsthand experiences come alive and make for an engaging and deeply personal, inspiring, and funny listen. If you love good stories, this is a must-listen!

Genuine narration

Interesting to hear the point of view of a younger generation on the impact of government policies on family life.