Διηγήματα, Τόμος Δ by Alexandros Moraitides
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| Author | Moraitides, Alexandros, 1850-1929 |
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| Title | Διηγήματα, Τόμος Δ |
| Credits |
Produced by Sophia Canoni. Thanks to George Canonis for
his major work in proofreading. |
| Summary | "Διηγήματα, Τόμος Δ" by Alexandros Moraitides is a collection of short stories written in the early 20th century. This volume features narratives that delve into Greek life, culture, and the complexities of human relationships, often highlighting themes of social status, ambition, and personal identity. The beginning of the book introduces us to the characters of a quiet village on the brink of Easter celebrations. As the townsfolk sleep deeply, a local butcher's exuberance disrupts the peace with gunfire in celebration. Central to this opening portion is the character of κυρά-Μανωλάкая, a young woman eager to showcase her beauty and social status at the church during the Easter service. She spends the night preparing her attire, reflecting her ambitions to be seen, while her husband, κυρ-Μανωλάκης, sleeps nearby, oblivious to his wife's desires and the evolving social dynamics around them. The narrative sets the stage for themes of aspiration, social hierarchy, and the struggles of married life within the framework of Greek tradition. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | Greek |
| LoC Class | PA: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature |
| Subject | Short stories |
| Subject | Greek fiction, Modern |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 37629 |
| Release Date | Oct 4, 2011 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 25, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 73 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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