Alexandros Papadiamantis, Elizabeth Constantinides
Tales from a Greek Island
- ISBN 13:
- 9780801848469
- author:
- Alexandros Papadiamantis, Elizabeth Constantinides
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- The Johns Hopkins University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1994
- Pages:
- 200
- Genre:
- Short Stories
- Condition:
- New
- supplier_id:
- 9
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Tales from a Greek Island by Alexandros Papadiamantis is a collection of twelve stories that capture the folkways of Greece. Set in the author's native Aegean island, these tales portray the beauty and harshness of traditional island life through acute observation of daily activities and loving descriptions of land and sea. Papadiamantis' prose combines realism with symbolism, sensuality, and mysticism, creating a captivating narrative that resonates both within the context of the island and beyond. Written in 1994, these stories remain remarkably relevant today, speaking to readers with their familiar yet timeless themes. This collection offers a unique glimpse into traditional Greek life, inviting readers to immerse themselves in the rich cultural heritage of the Aegean islands.
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