Dinesh Amarathunga is a prominent figure in Sri Lankan education, particularly recognized for his G.C.E. Advanced Level (A/L) Physics publications and teaching methods
Sri Lankan A/L physics has shifted toward data-analysis questions (graphs, tables, experimental set-ups). Amarathunga’s books dedicate entire chapters to "Graphical Methods" and "Estimation & Approximation"—skills most other textbooks ignore.
Beyond past papers, the books contain original practice questions categorized by difficulty level (from basics to advanced application), catering to students aiming for average passes as well as distinction-level grades.
: Frequently lists his latest publications at competitive prices.
: Specifically designed for A/L (Grades 12 & 13) to provide simplified shortcuts for complex problems, aiming to boost exam scores.
His primary collection consists of "Short Technique" books tailored for specific units in the A/L Physics syllabus. These are designed to help even struggling students achieve high results by mastering "universal short methods". Core "Short Technique" Book Series Mechanics Short Technique Book : Focuses on motion, forces, and energy. Swing and Wave Short Technique Book : Covers oscillations and wave mechanics. Lighting Short Technique Book : Dedicated to optics and light properties. Thermal Physics Short Technique Book : Covers heat transfer and thermodynamics. Field of Gravity Short Technique Book : Detailed methods for gravitational fields. Electronic Field Short Technique Book : Focuses on electric fields. Electromagnetism Short Technique Book : Covers magnetic fields and electromagnetic induction.
