Kaviya Numba Sulaga Se Vith

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Kaviya Numba Sulaga Se Vith (2013) is a poignant Sinhala poetry collection written by Aruni Kalupahana at just 18 years old, during her final years of school. The book explores the emotional and psychological landscape of women’s lives through the metaphor of the four seasons — equating birth, youth, middle age, and old age to spring, summer, fall, and winter. With remarkable insight and sensitivity, Aruni captures how women experience life, identity, and emotion, reflecting on the joys, griefs, transformations, and quiet strength that define each stage of womanhood.

This collection marked a turning point in Aruni’s literary journey, earning her national attention as a rising voice in contemporary poetry. In 2014, the Sri Lanka Press Council hosted a dedicated poetry reading and public discussion on the book — a rare recognition for a school-aged author. Kaviya Numba Sulaga Se Vith remains a defining early work that introduced Aruni’s lyrical style and emotional depth to the literary world, continuing to resonate with readers who seek authentic, soul-driven storytelling in verse.