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An Epitome of the History of Ceylon is a significant historical compilation that draws extensively from native annals and chronicles of the island. Translated by the renowned scholar George Turnour, this work presents a systematic overview of Ceylon’s rich and complex history from ancient times through the colonial period.
Turnour’s translation makes accessible the important historical narratives preserved in local sources, offering Western readers insight into Ceylon’s cultural, political, and social evolution. The work covers major historical periods, dynasties, and significant events that shaped the island’s development. As a hardcover edition published by Gyan Publishing House, this volume serves as an essential reference for historians, scholars, and anyone interested in South Asian history and Ceylon’s heritage.
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