A Descriptive Catalogue of Sanskrit, Pali, & Sinhalese Literary Works of Ceylon

A Descriptive Catalogue of Sanskrit, Pali, & Sinhalese Literary Works of Ceylon by James D'Alwis is a pioneering bibliographic work that catalogs and describes the rich literary heritage of Sri Lanka across three classical languages Sanskrit, Pali, and Sinhalese. Aimed at scholars, linguists, and historians, the catalogue provides detailed entries on religious, philosophical, historical, and poetic texts, reflecting the island's deep-rooted Buddhist and literary traditions. D'Alwis’s work is valuable for its meticulous documentation and cross-cultural relevance, serving as an essential reference for understanding the intellectual and spiritual legacy of Ceylonese literature within South Asian literary history.