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Discovering Ceylon
in this book the author unfolds the freshness and intimacy a whole panorama of the hinterland of Ceylon which he has roamed for a lifetime with Theodolite and tape and a seeing eye.
He opens wide vistas of myths, traditions and legends enmeshing Ceylon's history and describes the many strange customs and beliefs that portray a society that has all but passed away.
An outstanding contribution this book is absorbing reading in those interested in the land and people of the Ceylon.
He opens wide vistas of myths, traditions and legends enmeshing Ceylon's history and describes the many strange customs and beliefs that portray a society that has all but passed away.
An outstanding contribution this book is absorbing reading in those interested in the land and people of the Ceylon.
293 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 1973
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January 18, 2022
One of the best books on Recent History of Sri Lanka, Well structured and Presented. Recommend to anyone who is interested in Sri Lankan History. A must read for schoolers.
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