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Title: Διηγήματα
Alternate Title: Short Stories
Credits: Produced by Sophia Canoni
Summary: "Διηγήματα" by Andreas Karkavitsas is a collection of short stories written in the late 19th century. The work explores themes of rural life and the challenges faced by its characters, likely reflecting on the intersection of tradition and modernity within Greek society. The opening hints at a strong focus on the dynamics of relationships within a village setting, specifically centering around the lives of ordinary peasants. The beginning of "Διηγήματα" introduces us to the character of Σμάλτω, a young bride navigating the complexities of her new life after marriage. As she and her husband, Στάθης, prepare for the day, tension arises due to Σμάλτω's reluctance to go with him to the mill, revealing a shift in her demeanor from compliant to resolute. This opening scene paints a vivid picture of their rural setting, highlighting the vibrancy of community life contrasted against Σμάλτω's inner struggles and fears. As she contemplates her responsibilities and the societal expectations placed upon her, the narrative sets the stage for an exploration of personal agency and the emotional toll of life in a rural environment. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Karkavitsas, Andreas, 1866-1922
EBook No.: 31446
Published: Feb 28, 2010
Downloads: 68
Language: Greek
Subject: Fiction
Subject: Short stories
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Διηγήματα
Alternate Title: Short Stories
Credits: Produced by Sophia Canoni
Summary: "Διηγήματα" by Andreas Karkavitsas is a collection of short stories written in the late 19th century. The work explores themes of rural life and the challenges faced by its characters, likely reflecting on the intersection of tradition and modernity within Greek society. The opening hints at a strong focus on the dynamics of relationships within a village setting, specifically centering around the lives of ordinary peasants. The beginning of "Διηγήματα" introduces us to the character of Σμάλτω, a young bride navigating the complexities of her new life after marriage. As she and her husband, Στάθης, prepare for the day, tension arises due to Σμάλτω's reluctance to go with him to the mill, revealing a shift in her demeanor from compliant to resolute. This opening scene paints a vivid picture of their rural setting, highlighting the vibrancy of community life contrasted against Σμάλτω's inner struggles and fears. As she contemplates her responsibilities and the societal expectations placed upon her, the narrative sets the stage for an exploration of personal agency and the emotional toll of life in a rural environment. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Karkavitsas, Andreas, 1866-1922
EBook No.: 31446
Published: Feb 28, 2010
Downloads: 68
Language: Greek
Subject: Fiction
Subject: Short stories
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.