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Chinaman

Chinaman

Biography
Pages
575
Published
2010
Language
English

Synopsis

This novel is a fictionalized account of the life of Pradeep Sivanathan Mathew, a real Sri Lankan test cricket bowler born in 1965. It explores his journey and experiences within the world of cricket and beyond. The story delves into the personal and professional challenges faced by a prominent sports figure.

Prose complexity
7/10

Vibe

ReflectiveThought-Provoking

Genres

Biography

About the author

S
Shehan Karunatilaka

Shehan Karunatilaka is a Sri Lankan author who won the Booker Prize for his novel The Seven Moons of Maali Almeida. He writes dark comedies and satires that deal with the history and politics of Sri Lanka. His other work includes the award-winning cricket novel Chinaman.

Characters

Pradeep Sivanathan MathewProtagonist
All characters in Chinaman