Λόγια της Πλώρης: Θαλασσινά Διηγήματα by Andreas Karkavitsas
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"Λόγια της Πλώρης: Θαλασσινά Διηγήματα" by Andreas Karkavitsas is a collection of maritime short stories written in the late 19th century. The narrative appears to delve into the complexities of life at sea, exploring deep connections between the characters and the ocean, as well as the perils and beauty that accompany a seafaring life. The opening portion hints at a protagonist who, despite warnings from his father about the dangers of the
sea, is irresistibly drawn to its mysteries and wonders. The opening of the story presents a reflective and nostalgic tone as a young boy expresses his love for the sea, recounting moments from his childhood and whispering dreams of adventure. He recalls how the sea, often perceived as a dangerous force, also offered him profound joy and a world of enchantment. The narrative shifts between his longing for the maritime life and the fearful admonitions from experienced seafarers, particularly his father, who views the sea as treacherous. Through vivid imagery and emotional depth, Karkavitsas sets the stage for a journey that intertwines personal aspiration with the harsh realities of nautical existence, ultimately leading the boy to embrace his destiny as a sailor despite the risks involved. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Karkavitsas, Andreas, 1866-1922 |
|---|---|
| Title | Λόγια της Πλώρης: Θαλασσινά Διηγήματα |
| Alternate Title | Words from the Prow: Short stories from the sea |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: el.wikipedia.org/wiki/%CE%9B%CF%8C%CE%B3%CE%B9%CE%B1_%CF%84%CE%B7%CF%82_%CF%80%CE%BB%CF%8E%CF%81%CE%B7%CF%82 |
| Credits | Produced by Sophia Canoni. First two corrections by George Canonis |
| Language | Greek |
| LoC Class | PA: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature |
| Subject | Greek fiction, Modern |
| Subject | Sea stories, Greek (Modern) |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 31865 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-31865-3 |
| Release Date | Apr 2, 2010 |
| Last Update | Jan 6, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 440 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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