Papadiamantis, Alexandros
The Murderess
- ISBN 13:
- 9781590173503
- author:
- Papadiamantis, Alexandros
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- NYRB Classics
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2010
- Pages:
- 144
- Dimensions:
- 20.2 x 12.9 x 1.2 cm
- Genre:
- Historical fiction
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 6 working days
Description
A chilling tale of crime and punishment unfolds on the remote Aegean island of Skiathos. Hadoula, an old woman living on the margins of society, harbors secrets about herbs and women's lives. As she tries to soothe her newborn granddaughter, a dark truth emerges: being born a woman is a fate worse than death, and one that Hadoula can alter. This novella, translated by Peter Levi, captures the haunting poetry and excitement of Alexandros Papadiamantis's original Greek work. With its bone-chilling atmosphere and exploration of the human condition, The Murderess is a gripping read that will leave you unsettled. Set against the stark backdrop of a poor island community, this novella delves into the darker aspects of life, where women are often forced to navigate the shadows.
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