Letchimey: A Tale of Old Ceylon (1898)

""Letchimey: A Tale of Old Ceylon"" is a novel written by Sinnatamby in 1898. The story is set in ancient Ceylon (now Sri Lanka) and revolves around the life of a young woman named Letchimey. Letchimey is the daughter of a wealthy merchant and is known for her beauty and intelligence. She is also a skilled dancer and singer.The novel follows Letchimey's journey as she navigates through the challenges of life in ancient Ceylon. She is forced to marry a man she does not love and faces many obstacles as she tries to find happiness. Along the way, she meets a young man named Sivapalan, who she falls in love with. However, their love is forbidden, and they face many challenges as they try to be together.The book provides a fascinating insight into the culture and traditions of ancient Ceylon. It explores themes of love, loyalty, and the struggle for independence. The novel is beautifully written and offers a vivid portrayal of life in ancient Ceylon. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and culture of Sri Lanka.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.