Description
- ISBN-13: 9780143464341
- Publisher: Vintage Books
- Binding: Paperback
- Language: English
- Weight: 253.999 gr
- ISBN-10: 0143464345
- Publisher Date: 04 Dec 2023
- Height: 47 mm
- No of Pages: 424
- Width: 240 mm
Original price was: ₹599.00.₹449.25Current price is: ₹449.25.
Explore Sri Lanka’s intricate linguistic landscape in “Out of Sri Lanka” by Vidyan Ravinthiran (ISBN: 9780143464341). Delving into Tamil, Sinhala, and English, this book examines the island’s rich literary and cultural heritage. Discover how language shapes identity and experience in a nation marked by both conflict and resilience. A must-read for those interested in South Asian literature, postcolonial studies, and Sri Lankan history.
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Nikita –
This book opened my eyes to the richness of Sri Lankan literature. The author’s passion for the subject is evident throughout. A definite must-read!
Tanishq Kumar –
I enjoyed learning about Sri Lanka’s languages. Although there were times it became too political. But I will recommend if you want to know about it.
Himanshu Shekhar –
What a fascinating book about the power of language and its impact on culture. The stories and references were eye-opening and educational.
Manshi Namdev –
I really appreciated the author’s analysis of Sri Lanka’s linguistic landscape. This is a must-read for anyone interested in the region. Loved it.
Aditya Sahu –
I learned so much about Sri Lanka’s linguistic landscape! The book is well-researched and thought-provoking. Highly recommended for anyone interested in the region.
Joy Aditya Minz –
An insightful look at the interplay of languages in Sri Lanka. While the book is academically focused, it’s still accessible to a general audience. A great read!
Minerva Chandra –
This book is a gem. You will understand Sri Lanka and its culture through its language. The author has passion that flows through the book.
Jacob George –
Book was a little too long. However, the author describes well the Tamil, Sinhala, and English and makes you want to learn more about Sri Lanka.
Sweta Yadav –
Good resource for learning about the language, but it got too wordy and hard to follow. The author could have cut it down for easier readability.
Anjali Gupta –
It was alright. Some chapters were boring and dull. But the writer definitely showed passion and great knowledge of the topic.
Sujeet Kumar –
An okay book. Explains language but gets boring at times. It could have been more entertaining. I think author could have included some real stories.
Raman –
The writer explains the languages so well. It opened my eyes to Sri Lankan writers and their works. I loved the references to stories and history.
Soujanya Tiwari –
A fascinating dive into Sri Lanka’s languages. I enjoyed the exploration of Tamil and Sinhala literature, but found the English section a bit dense. Overall, a worthwhile read.
Pooja Beniwal –
I was hoping for more personal stories, less academic analysis. Still, I learned a lot about Sri Lanka. It was not bad for the price.
Sana Rehman –
A bit academic for my taste, but I appreciate the author’s effort to unpack Sri Lanka’s complex history through its languages. Could have been more engaging.
Rahul Rinwa –
Ravinthiran’s book offers a unique perspective on Sri Lankan identity. Some chapters were captivating, others less so. Still, a valuable contribution to postcolonial studies.