| Author |
Rhoides, Emmanouel D., 1835-1904 |
| Title |
Συριανά Διηγήματα
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| Alternate Title |
Short Stories from Syros
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 97.9 (5th grade). Very easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Sophia Canoni
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| Summary |
"Συριανά Διηγήματα" by Emmanouel D. Rhoides is a collection of narrative works written in the early 20th century. The text delves into various tales that reflect the life and experiences of individuals, particularly within the context of the island of Syros. These stories feature a range of characters, possibly including local townsfolk, and explore themes of family, culture, and heritage. At the start of the book, the reader is introduced to a biographical note about Emmanouel Rhoides, followed by the important historical and genealogical context of his family. The chapter outlines Rhoides' origins from an aristocratic Athenian family who experienced displacement and hardship caused by historical events such as the Venetian occupation and the subsequent Turkish conquest. This opening sets the stage for understanding the backdrop against which Rhoides’ narratives unfold, suggesting that his personal history may deeply influence the stories within the collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Greek |
| LoC Class |
PA: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature
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| Subject |
Short stories
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| Subject |
Greek fiction, Modern
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
27301 |
| Release Date |
Nov 20, 2008 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Mar 12, 2012 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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