The Ruined Cities of Ceylon

By Henry W. Cave and Henry William Cave

Book Overview

The Ruined Cities of Ceylon is a historical and archaeological account of the ancient cities of Sri Lanka, written by Henry William Cave and published in 1904. The book provides a detailed description of the ruins of Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa, and other important cities that were once the center of Buddhist civilization in Sri Lanka. It also discusses the history of Sri Lanka, including the arrival of Buddhism, the rise and fall of various kingdoms, and the impact of European colonialism. The book is illustrated with photographs and maps, and includes detailed descriptions of the architecture, art, and religious practices of the ancient Sri Lankan civilization. The Ruined Cities of Ceylon is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of Sri Lanka, as well as for archaeologists and historians studying the ancient civilizations of South Asia.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165606461
• ISBN13: 9781165606467
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 314 Pages
• Weight: 1.19 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 7.5" x 9.3"