Adventure stories (Children's/YA)
Heroes of Somapura
by Fonseka ,Kulasena
Description
Three friends who are going to Polognaruwa to see the Somavathy Pagoda and its surrounding ruins, ʻbecome aware of the disappearance of a teacher who went east from the Mahaweli River on an archaeological expedition. The three friends who are desperate to find the teacher face a thrilling experience by challenging a gang of unarmed antiquities thieves in a ruined city in the middle of the forest.
Is the belief about another Somavati true? Is the elephant tomb mentioned by the sailor Sinbad located around the prehistoric Somapura? This novel combined with true incidents and legends is like an environmental exploration.
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Author Biography
Kulasena Fonseka is a renowned Sri Lankan author who has made significant contributions to the literary in Sri Lanka. Known for his adult and young adult fiction, as well as his translations of Indian literature into Sinhala, Fonseka has garnered both critical acclaim and widespread popularity throughout Sri Lanka.
Kulasena Fonseka's contributions to Sinhala literature, particularly his young adult fictions, his translations of Indian literature, and the success of his novel-turned-film "Under the Bridge," have solidified his reputation as a talented and influential author in Sri Lanka. His works continue to inspire and entertain readers, leaving a lasting impact on the literary landscape of the country.
- Blossoms Beyond Reach / 1963 Novel
The Hole / 1980 Novel - Under the Bridge / 1982 Novel / State Literary Award / Award Winning Film
- Golden Fish Garden/ 1983 Novel / Famous Television Drama
- Three Friends Adventure / 1984 Young Adult Novel / State Literary Award
Ways of the World / 1986 Novel / Famous Television Drama - The Pearl Robbery of Kallanduwa / 1986 Young Adult Novel
- Heroes of Somapura / 1988 Young Adult Novel / State Literary Award
- Ransiri's War / 1989 Young Adult Novel / State Literary Award / Famous Television Drama
Upwind /1990 Novel - All For The Love Of a Ride / 1998 Young Adult Novel
Firebreak / 1996 Novel / Literary Awards - A Hawk in the Sky / 1999 Novel
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- Publisher Goodreads Lanka
- Publication Date May 2020
- Orginal LanguageSinhalese
- ISBN/Identifier 9786245167371
- Publication Country or regionSri Lanka
- FormatPaperback
- Primary Price 800 LKR
- ReadershipTeenage/Young Adult
- Publish StatusPublished
- Original Language TitleSomapura Weerayo
- Original Language AuthorsFonseka ,Kulasena
- Copyright Year2020
