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| Title: | Tales from Sri Lanka
: Folk & History |
| Author: | Manel Ratnatunga |
| ISBN: | 8120730585 : 9788120730588 |
| Illustrations: | b/w illlus |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Size: | 155x230mm |
| Pages: | 207 |
| Weight: | .35 Kg. |
| Published: | Sterling Publishers PVT Ltd - June 2006 |
| List Price: | 9.99 Pounds Sterling |
| Availability: | In Print |
| Subjects: | Customs & folklore: Sri Lanka (Ceylon) |
Sri Lanka, one of the most beautiful islands in the world, has a rich cultural history of over 2000 years. This book is an attempt by to preserve the fast-dying oral literature and traditions of the country and to make people aware of their national heritage. Through these tales, Manel Ratnatunga has succeeded in reminding people about their glorious past which has been handed down from generation to generation. The fascinating stories, retold in a lucid simple style, will succeed in keeping readers of all ages spellbound. A blending of folklore and history make the tales more interesting and lively. This collection gives a rare glimpse into the captivating culture and history of Sri Lanka.
