Title Twentieth Century Impressions Of Ceylon Author Arnold Wright About the Book First Published 1907, Re-print of the original edition. Very difficult to find This large commemorative book on the island nation of Sri Lanka is a veritable mine of information on a wide variety of aspects of this country. Contained within its 916 pages are […]
Title The Architectural Heritage of Sri Lanka Author Davis Robson Illustrator C. Anjalendran Photographer Dominic Sansoni About the Book Over the past two decades Anjalendran has established himself as one of Sri Lanka’s leading architects. Born into a family of Jaffna Tamils and a student of the prolific and influential Geoffrey Bawa, Anjalendran’s buildings are […]
Title Symphony of Serendib by Eric Joseph Author Erich Joseph About the Book Symphony of Serendib is Erich Josephs debut collection of wildlife photography. A passionate wildlife photographer since 2011, Erich has travelled far and wide in Sri Lanka to witness and capture the beauty of Sri Lanka. The photo journal consists of over 200 […]
Title Sri Lankan Freshwater Fishes Author(s) Madura de Silva About the Book This photograph-driven book lists 92 species of freshwater fish in Sri Lanka, of which 50 are endemic. In addition, 23 estuarine fish and 27 exotic fish are also present in all their bright hued glory. To photograph these fish, the authors have traveled […]
Title Sri Lanka Style: Tropical Design & Architecture Author Channa Daswatte Photographer Dominic Sansoni About the Book Sri Lanka Style showcases 30 of the finest traditional and modern dwellings in Sri Lanka. Reflecting its location and status as a hub of Indian Ocean trade from time immemorial, the tropical island of Sri Lanka has always […]
Title Sri Lanka Jungle Profiles Author Dr. T S U de Zylva Dr. T S U de Zylva – Ornithologist, Conservationist and Bird Photographer par Excellence.
Title Sanctuary Author Isuru Gunasekera and Somanath Fernando About the Book A photographic tribute to Sri Lanka’s enchanting wilderness by talented wildlife photographers Isuru Gunasekera and Somanath Fernando The choice of name is linked to its original meaning denoting a sacred place of safety and holiness which must be treated with respect and devotion. This […]
Title The Pearl Author Wasiru Rasu Gajaman About the Book The Pearl is Wasiri Rasu Gajaman’s first coffee table book, a collection of stunning nature and wildlfe photographs, shot in Sri Lanka. He has been involvied with photography since 2005 and has visited many scenic, hidden locations in Sri Lanka. He has explored the country […]
Title Paradise Lost: Persia from Above Author Georg Gerster About the Book In 1976 and 1978, aerial photographer Georg Gerster had the rare opportunity to record the landscape of Iran on over 100 flights and 300 flying hours. This unique photographic project resulted in a near complete documentation of the major archaeological sites and important […]
Title Jaffna Heritage Publisher New National Trust – Sri Lanka publication About the Book This publication completes the National Trust- Sri Lanka series on the North and East with publications on Mannar, Batticaloa and Island of Islands in response to many requests from the public. The orange-red cover reminds of Jaffna’s chaya root heritage as […]
Title For the Leopard – A Tribute to the Sri Lankan Leopard Author Rukshan Jayewardene Photographer About the Book Sri Lanka has an extraordinary diversity of natural wealth, including an endemic sub-species of leopard. This beautifully illustrated book is the result of a group of Colombo-based enthusiasts’ observations over 10 years in Yala National Park […]
Title Birds of Sri Lanka Author Gehan de Silva Wijeyaratne About the Author Gihan de Silva Wijeyaratne qualified as a chartered accountant and worked in the “square mile” in London. Since his return to Sri Lanka, he has published 15 books relating to wildlife and travel. About the Book Birds of Sri Lanka is an […]
Title Beyond Bawa : Modern Masterworks of Monsoon Asia Author David Robson Photographer Richard Powers About the Book Sri Lankan architect Geoffrey Bawa was among the most influential figures in South Asia in the latter half of the twentieth century. In houses, hotels, public buildings, and perhaps his greatest achievement, his residential complex in Lunuganga, […]
Title Bawa: The Sri Lanka Gardens Author David Robson Photographer Dominic Sansoni About the Book The story of two talented landscape designer brothers and their exquisite gardens set in the lush landscape of Sri Lanka. The work of architect Geoffrey Bawa achieved a unique fusion of vernacular style and modern construction incorporating the lush tropical […]
Title A history of the birds of Ceylon : Volume 1-3 Author Captain William Vincent Legge About the Author Tasmanian-born William Vincent Legge (1841-1918), soldier and scientist, was stationed in Ceylon from 1868 to 1877, when the material for this important work was gathered. After his return to Tasmania in 1883, he retained a strong […]
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