Dingi
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Author: Divulapitiyae Piyasin
Vatthage
Pages: 161
Shanthi Publication
Rs. 200
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 From
the author of Anjelika, Pem Thilina, Hensoway Rupert and Aalae Rahas
comes Dingi, the newest book of his collection. Much like his previous
tales, Dingi also includes a touching love story under unfortunate
circumstances.
Built on the backdrops of the village community, Dingi follows a
trail of incidents centering on the protagonist, her beloved Sanath and
the master of the mansion known to us as Ralahamy.
According to author Vatthage, the story had taken shape from
childhood. He states that one of the characters had evolved through many
decades and had finally flown out through his pen as the story of Dingi
came to light.
Vatthage had worked as an English teacher at Sasvathi Pirivena in
Balagalla and several Government schools. He is renowned for his novel
Anjelika and is also a gifted lyricist. A is involved in social
activities and is an all island Justice of Peace.
- Ruwini Jayawardana |
