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Half Day Pass – Morning, 17th January 2025
Colombo Public LibraryA half day pass to enjoy from cultural performance to join the discussion with world renowned authors
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LKR 11,250.00
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Full Day Pass – 17th January 2025 (10 Literary Sessions)
Colombo Public LibraryA full day pass to enjoy from cultural performance to join the discussion with world renowned authors
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LKR 20,000.00
Stories We Live: Fiction Meets Reality
Colombo Public LibraryAmeena Hussein in conversation with Savithri Rodrigo
A journey through Ameena Hussain’s dual contributions to Sri Lankan literature as both a novelist and a non-fiction writer. Known for capturing the texture of Sri Lankan life, Ameena’s works provide a unique viewpoint on themes such as cultural identity, gender, and the everyday lives of Sri Lankan Muslims.
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LKR 3,500.00
Where Worlds Collide
Colombo Public LibraryKiran Desai in conversation with Ashok Ferrey
Explore the profound role of landscapes—both literal and metaphorical—in Kiran Desai’s storytelling. Hullabaloo in the Guava Orchard, where the orchard serves as a whimsical backdrop for themes of tradition, solitude, and rebellion; The Inheritance of Loss, where the mountainous terrain of Kalimpong amplifies themes of cultural dislocation and identity.
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LKR 3,500.00
Legends in Lace and Steel
Colombo Public LibraryManu S Pillai in conversation with Josephine Quinn
Explore the influential yet often-overlooked roles of women in history—as poets, warriors, and courtesans—through the lens of Manu S Pillai’s works, including The Ivory Throne, The Courtesan, the Mahatma and the Italian Brahmin, Rebel Sultans, and False Allies.
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LKR 3,500.00
Own Your Language
Colombo Public LibraryLiyanage Amarakeerthi, Sasanka Perera in conversation with Malinda Seneviratne
Take you deep into the world of Sri Lankan storytelling—where Tamil and Sinhala intertwine, cultures blend, and every narrative spans multiple languages. Expect fresh insights, surprising perspectives, and a fascinating exploration of how these rich stories come to life across borders and traditions.
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LKR 3,500.00
Wild Encounters: A Journey into Nature’s Heart
Colombo Public LibraryArati Kumar-Rao in conversation with Mihiri Wikramanayake
Ever wondered what it's like to camp out on a disappearing river island or track the footsteps of rare animals in the forest at dawn? A journey off-the-beaten-path with Arati Kumar-Rao into South Asia's wildest, most mysterious corners - landscapes most people never even know exist, with captivating visuals, unexpected twists, and tales of misadventures.
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LKR 3,500.00
Spies, Lies, and Soufflés
Colombo Public LibraryDiana R Chambers in conversation with Ameena Hussein
Diana R Chambers dishes out the untold story of culinary icon Julia Child’s secret past as a World War II spy. In The Secret War of Julia Child, Chambers whisks readers away on a thrilling journey of espionage and intrigue, revealing how Child’s undercover exploits and love of foreign flavours helped shape her remarkable life.
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LKR 3,500.00
Half Day Pass – Afternoon, 17th January 2025
Colombo Public LibraryA half day pass to join the discussion with world renowned authors
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LKR 11,250.00
Grins in the Gloom
Colombo Public LibraryGraeme Simsion, Anne Buist in conversation with Ashok Ferrey
How can humour unexpectedly surface in darker subjects like crime and mental health, adding a dash of spice to storytelling? A playful mixing of genres—Graeme with his delightful blend of humour and romance, and Anne with her gripping psychological thrillers.
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LKR 3,500.00
Talk the Talk
Colombo Public LibraryAmit Varma in conversation with Shanaka Amarasinghe
Amit Varma shares his experiences as a successful podcaster and journalist, focusing on how to create long-form content that encourages critical thinking and attracts intellectual audiences. He could discuss how to choose topics, prepare for interviews, and manage the balance between accessibility and depth.
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LKR 3,500.00
Gods and Gold: Myths that Moved Markets
Colombo Public LibraryJosephine Quinn in conversation with Pramod Kumar KG
Explore the interplay of mythology, religion, and commerce, to draw parallels between Mediterranean myths and South Asian legends, showing how these narratives fostered commerce and diplomatic ties across regions.
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LKR 3,500.00
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