Sebe Minisekuge Kathawak

Sebe Minisekuge Kathawak (සැබෑ මිනිසෙකුගේ කතාවක්) is the Sinhala translation of Boris Polevoy’s classic novel A Story of a Real Man. Translated by Dedigama V. Rodrigo and published in multiple editions (including by M.D. Gunasena), this title carries the common ISBN 9789552132759 and contains approximately 268–318 pages depending on the edition.
About the Book
Based on the real-life experiences of Soviet fighter pilot Alexei Maresyev (Alexei Meresyev), the novel tells the extraordinary story of a man who lost both legs after being shot down during the Second World War. Refusing to accept defeat, Maresyev undergoes immense physical and mental struggle, learns to walk again on prosthetic legs, and returns to flying combat missions. Polevoy’s powerful narrative captures themes of human endurance, courage, determination and the unbreakable will to serve.
Dedigama V. Rodrigo’s Sinhala translation has long been a favourite among Sri Lankan readers of classic Russian and Soviet literature, bringing this inspiring true story to local audiences with clarity and emotional force.
What You Can Expect from This Book

A gripping true-story novel of extraordinary courage
Powerful themes of resilience, determination and human spirit
Classic Soviet literature in accessible Sinhala
Translation by the experienced Dedigama V. Rodrigo
Soft-binding editions widely available
Essential reading for lovers of war literature and inspirational biographies

Who Might Enjoy This Book
Readers of classic literature, war novels, true-life inspirational stories, students of Russian literature, and anyone who appreciates tales of human endurance will find Sebe Minisekuge Kathawak deeply moving and memorable.