Sanjiva Wijesinha -writer and physician

Short stories, Travel and Health Information

Twilight Reminiscences 31 – The Diplomat

The recent furore about the speech made at the recent World Economic Forum by our Minister of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development, Sunil Handunnetti reminded me of my old friend the … Continue reading

July 30, 2025

Twilight Reminiscences 28 – The Importance of Being Like Ernest

A few weeks ago I met up with an old friend who, like me, had served as a medical officer in the Sri Lankan army many years ago.         We … Continue reading

April 28, 2025 · 3 Comments

Book review: Odyssey of War by Dr Noel Nadesan

Dr. Noel Nadesan’ latest book Odyssey of War is being launched in Melbourne this week. For those who do not know Noel he is what is best described as a … Continue reading

March 23, 2025 · 1 Comment

A Message From Andy

A short story by Sanjiva Wijesinha I remember the first time I saw my father cry. I would have been about ten at the time, and had been playing that … Continue reading

June 21, 2020

When Tiny got Lost

A short story by Sanjiva Wijesinha It was the little girl who first attracted my attention. “No, Tiny,” she was addressing the large doll in her hand, “you mustn’t climb … Continue reading

June 13, 2020
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Book: Tales From my Island

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