Books
From historic novels to contemporary literature, there is plenty to read about Sri Lanka. Authors Michael Ondaatje, Shyam Selvadurai, Carl Muler and Ashok Ferrey are just some of those who bring the country to life in their books. Discover the teardrop island from the pages of a novel before getting on the plane
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In The Shadow Of The Tamarind Tree
In The Shadow Of The Tamarind Tree
I"In the Shadow of the Tamarind Tree" by Matthew S. Friedman is a novel set in Sri Lanka, depicting the unlikely connection between an elderly widower and a young girl coping with the loss of her brother. Bound by grief and guilt, they are brought together by fate. The story explores themes of love, loss, and the transformative power of human connection, interwoven with cultural symbolism and folklore that question concepts of destiny and the meaning of life. This narrative offers an inspirational journey, highlighting the potential for healing and rebirth even in the face of profound tragedy.