Tales from Sri Lanka Folk and History

Tales from Sri Lanka Folk and History
by Manel Ratnatunga

Sri Lanka, one of the most beautiful islands in the world, has a rich cultural history of more than 2000 years. Tales from Sri Lanka is an attempt by Manel Ratnatunga 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 and 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.

Manel Ratnatunga’s short stories, essays and plays have been published and broadcast on BBC World Service, the local Sunday Observer, Indonesia Times, Asia Magazine and Radio Ceylon. Her novel Saga Indonesia won State Literary Award. Her other publications are – Syria-What is she?, Folktales of Indonesia, Ranweli Bay Mystery and Step by Step Sri Lankan Cookery. She has travelled widely and now lives in Colombo with her sons.

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