Callias: A Tale of the Fall of Athens by Alfred John Church

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Author Church, Alfred John, 1829-1912
Title Callias: A Tale of the Fall of Athens
Note Reading ease score: 78.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "Callias: A Tale of the Fall of Athens" by Alfred John Church is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The book explores the dramatic circumstances surrounding the decline of Athens, primarily focusing on events during the Peloponnesian War. The story follows the main character, Callias, a naval officer who becomes embroiled in the dire situation of Athens as it faces both military defeat and political turmoil. The opening of the novel introduces a somber atmosphere in Athens, capturing a city once vibrant and thriving, now diminished by warfare and hopelessness. The narrative begins in a packed theater, where the citizens gather for the premiere of a new play by Aristophanes amidst the backdrop of an Athenian society in decline. As the theatergoers are momentarily distracted from their sorrows by the performance, a young naval officer named Callias brings crucial news about a naval battle, setting the stage for the dramatic and tragic events that will unfold. Through Callias's perspective, readers are invited to witness the struggles of both the Athenian naval forces and the societal fabric of a city teetering on the brink of collapse. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Historical fiction
Subject Athens (Greece) -- Fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 41471
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Mar 29, 2024
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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