Φυλλάδες του Γεροδήμου   By: Argyris Eftaliotis (1849-1923)

"Φυλλάδες του Γεροδήμου" by Argyris Eftaliotis is a haunting and poignant exploration of memory, loss, and the passage of time. The prose is lyrical and evocative, drawing the reader into the world of the protagonist as he navigates the complexities of his past and unravels the mysteries of his family history.

Eftaliotis masterfully weaves together multiple narrative threads, seamlessly shifting between past and present, reality and memory. The characters are richly drawn and the landscape vividly depicted, transporting the reader to the Greek island where the story unfolds.

At its core, this novel is a meditation on the power of storytelling and the ways in which we construct our identities through the stories we tell ourselves and others. It is a deeply moving and thought-provoking read that lingers in the mind long after the final page is turned.

Overall, "Φυλλάδες του Γεροδήμου" is a literary gem that showcases Eftaliotis' talent as a storyteller. Highly recommended for readers who appreciate introspective and atmospheric fiction.

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Ταξίδευα, τώρα και τρία χρόνια, στ' Άγιο Όρος, και για διασκέδαση, και για να κοιτάξω κάτι χερόγραφα. Και σκαλίζοντας μια μέρα στη Βιβλιοθήκη, πήρε το μάτι μου δεμάτι χαρτιά τυλιγμένα σε κεντημένο μαντίλι, με σταυρό απ' έξω, κι από κάτω μεγάλα γράμματα, «Φυλλάδες του Γεροδήμου»... Continue reading book >>