Senior Lecturer Jayamal de Silva Launches a New Book on Translation Studies

Mr Jayamal de Silva, a Senior Lecturer in Translation Studies/Methods attached to the Department of Linguistics, Faculty of Humanities, University of Kelaniya, has authored a new academic book titled Bhāṣā Parivartana Adhyayanaya. The book was formally presented to the Vice-Chancellor of the University, Senior Professor Nilanthi de Silva on Wednesday, 17 December 2025, at the Vice-Chancellor’s office.

The Head of the Department, Rev. Dr Kapugollawe Anandakiththi Thero, also attended the occasion.

The publication is an improved and expanded edition of Mr de Silva’s earlier work, Bhāṣā Parivartana Pravēśaya, which was first published in 2018. The new volume offers a comprehensive theoretical account of translation, reflecting recent developments in the field while building on the foundation established in the original text. Both books are published by S. Godage and Brothers.

The book is expected to serve as a valuable academic resource for students and scholars of linguistics and translation studies, making a meaningful contribution to the advancement of translation scholarship within the university and beyond.

The presentation of the book to the Vice-Chancellor marks another notable achievement by Mr de Silva and highlights the ongoing commitment of the Department of Linguistics to academic research and publication.