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08/06/2024

08/06/2024

My Diplomat
Rs. 2,000
Author: Sivanandini Duraiswamy
Paperback: 336 pages

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The biography of Yogendra Duraiswamy portrays the growth of his personality from his childhood in a traditional aristocratic family, and becoming a leader among the Hindus of Sri Lanka. He raised his powerful voice, not only in Sri Lanka but also in international fora on the ethnic question of the country, explaining the story of the Tamils and their present sorry plight.

The story covers, with a wealth of detail, the career of this charismatic diplomat, his return to Jaffna, his assignment as District Secretary and Government Agent, Jaffna, and his social work. He was indeed the spokesman for “the poorest, the loneliest and the lost”. His friend writes, “He was a man of principles, remaining loyal to his cause, always and to the end. He never changed his steed for transient advantage. His word was his bond – the sea-green incorruptible.”

In this biography, the author refers to her husband as ‘my diplomat’, and gives us not just a paean of praise, but the true story of one who loved the life of a diplomat serving his country honestly, but later felt that he should give up the plumes of office and come back to work for his people who were denied opportunities that were rightfully theirs. He succeeded in achieving some aspects and, to his last days, tried fervently to see an end to the ethnic question and see his people living in Sri Lanka as equal citizens in honour and dignity, free from fear or want.

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08/06/2024

Mute Squalls
Rs. 950
Author: Niranjali M***a
Paperback: 177 pages
State Literary Award Winner, 2017

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Niranjali M***a has served at a leading NGO in Sri Lanka for more than two decades. Being a widely travelled individual, it is her humanitarian involvements that enabled her to capture these heart-rending stories of individuals and groups. The majority of the stories speak of day-to-day human struggles while not leaving out the lighter side of social interactions. She also discusses social issues in a subtle manner through her writings.

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08/06/2024

Muse, Martyr and Epiphany
Rs. 1,000
Authors: Lawanya Wijesekara
Paperback: 101 pages

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“Lawanya’s poetic work is an exploration of paradoxes: of innocence and innocence lost, of impulse and restraint, of knowing and ignorance. She allows her adventurous heart to get lost from time to time but succeeds in navigating it back home: a place of age old wisdom. This book is a testament not only to her courage and resilience but to that of an entire nation.” – Asela Abeywardene, Artist and Writer

“Lawanya Wijesekara’s three-part collection is an assemblage of reflection, a consideration of moments of stubborn indelibility, which trace a journey through territories that are uneven and even unforgiving and yet worthy of soft engagement.” – Malinda Seneviratne, Writer, Journalist, Political analyst, Poet

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08/06/2024

Murder at the Wedding
Rs. 1,750
Authors: Nadishka Aloysius
Paperback: 191 pages

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When a Murder Mystery Party takes a tragic turn, two friends must work against the clock to unearth a devious killer before they themselves become the next victims.

Kiyama Fernando, an English teacher from Colombo, has settled into small-town life with her best friend Vinodhini Dias while attempting to escape a failed marriage. However, the peace and solitude among the paddy fields and lush scenery is about to change as the two amateur sleuths are faced with another puzzle.

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15/02/2024

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08/02/2024

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Isurinie Mallawaarachchi
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30/04/2023

'Precarious' is available at The Jam Fruit Tree Bookshop
Rs. 600
Authors: Aparna Halpé

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Minimalist, imagistic and often violent -- Aparna Halpe's poetry captures the nuance of personal journeys through loss, dislocation and exile, foregrounding the collective history of a nation and a people fractured by the lived experience of racial, cultural and class-based conflict Precarious traces the journey from the comforting confines of home to the chilling, ironic spaces of an adopted city - Toronto. Fittingly, the poems broker an uneasy truce between real and imagined belonging, returning full circle to the point of genesis.

"Beautiful meditations on nature, myth, history, violence and longing. Aparna Halpé combines linguistic precision with poetic sensuality, to deliver a collection that will leave you 'looking for mermaids' while 'learning how to drown'." - Shehan Karunatilaka

"What lingers after reading Aparna's poems is not just a memory of a dissected land or 'strangled ice' surrounded by words & music, but half light rain frozen between precariousness and unknown pain." - Cheran

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30/04/2023

'Please Don't Put That In Your Mouth' is available at The Jam Fruit Tree Bookshop
Rs. 1,250
Author: Shehan Karunatilaka
Illustrated by: Lalith Karunatilaka

Baby Baba wants to put everything he sees into his mouth. The doll, the keys,a fork, a shoe - even a pink balloon!

What is Akki to do? She is tired of telling him, 'Please don't put that in your mouth.' Then Mama has the perfect solution and both Baby and Akki are happy.

Please Don't Put That In Your Mouth is a funny, rhyming book about babies and all the mischief they can do!

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29/04/2023

'Patiya' is available at The Jam Fruit Tree Bookshop
Rs. 900
Author: Lucky Setunga

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Seenu is seven years old and is affectionately called 'Patiya' by his family. He sees the world through his innocent and carefree lenses of life.

For Patiya, life is a mystery, and by unfolding this mystery, Patiya enjoys the moments and experiences, the emotions and lessons that come along with it.

He teaches us to be brave, forgiving, funny and more than anything, to be ourselves.

"This book encapsulates all the joys of childhood. Patiya's adventures will definitely make you smile. A great read for both children and young adults." -- Dr. Sureshika Piyasena

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29/04/2023

Whether for sketches, scribbles, or journals, these notebooks are perfect for you or as a gift.

High quality, A4, spiral bound, 120 blank white sheets, and sassy covers!

Only Rs 1,000 each!

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29/04/2023

Get your copy of "Pangee Poems" at The Jam Fruit Tree Bookshop
Rs. 650
Author: Heshali Dias Dahanayake
Illustrations: Chanuli Dias Dahanayake

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This beautiful collection of poems is a reflection of the beauty of nature, our world and life from the eyes of little Heshali.

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