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Highlights
- 'Sally's book is an exemplar of the best in the genre' Krishnan Srinivasan, The Statesman A blend of travel writing, memoir, history and current affairs that tells the story of Sri Lanka.
- Author(s): Razeen Sally
- 448 Pages
- Biography + Autobiography, Personal Memoirs
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Book Synopsis
'Sally's book is an exemplar of the best in the genre' Krishnan Srinivasan, The Statesman A blend of travel writing, memoir, history and current affairs that tells the story of Sri Lanka. A perfect read for first-time visitors, Sri Lankans abroad or at home, or anyone looking to deepen their understanding of one of the world's most fascinating and paradoxical countries. Razeen Sally was born to a Sri Lankan Muslim father and a Welsh mother. Just before his teens, a political conflict tore his family apart and he left Sri Lanka, barely going back for thirty years. When he finally returned 'home', he spent much of the next decade crisscrossing the island, trying to understand this paradoxical place. Blessed with nature's bounty and an easy, pleasure-loving people, it was nevertheless scarred by ethnic conflict and the violence of civil war. As a native and a tourist, Sally makes an ideal guide to Sri Lanka's past and present. He won't tell you which restaurant has the best reviews or the price of a hotel room. Instead, he will accompany you like a learned friend, sharing his journeys, pointing out the unmissable gems beyond the obvious spots, and unpacking the nation's culture and history. Insightful, intimate and moving, Return to Sri Lanka is an indispensable book, whether you're already familiar with this spectacular country, or planning your first visit.Review Quotes
'A dazzling travelogue about a country that refuses to be at peace with itself . . . It was hard to put the book down'-- "Business Standard"
'A mine of information about Sri Lanka, its people and politics from someone with considerable knowledge and expertise'--Frank Beyer "Asian Review of Books"
'A modern-day vagabond walking the less travelled paths of Sri Lanka'--Captain Elmo Jayawardena "The Island"
'Comprehensive'-- "Sunday Times (Sri Lanka)"
'Insightful'-- " Hindu (India)"
'Sally's book is an exemplar of the best in the genre' --Krishnan Srinivasan "The Statesman"
'This highly readable book captures the spirit of a nation'--Gurcharan Das, author of India Unbound
'Vivid'-- "Telegraph (India)"
Dimensions (Overall): 7.8 Inches (H) x 5.12 Inches (W) x 1.06 Inches (D)
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 448
Genre: Biography + Autobiography
Sub-Genre: Personal Memoirs
Publisher: Simon & Schuster (UK)
Format: Paperback
Author: Razeen Sally
Language: English
Street Date: February 17, 2026
TCIN: 1006040375
UPC: 9781398544291
Item Number (DPCI): 247-29-0824
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Estimated ship dimensions: 1.06 inches length x 5.12 inches width x 7.8 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 1 pounds
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