Το συναξάρι του Παπά-Παρθένη κι' άλλες νησιώτικες ιστορίες by Paulos Nirvanas
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"Το συναξάρι του Παπά-Παρθένη κι' άλλες νησιώτικες ιστορίες" by Paulos Nirvanas is a collection of short stories written in the early 20th century. The book delves into the life and thoughts of its main character, Παπα-Παρθένης, a priest grappling with his role and the contradictions of human nature in a religious context. The narrative captures the struggles between spiritual obligations and earthly desires, providing insight into the moral dilemmas faced by individuals
in a small island community. The opening of "Το συναξάρι του Παπά-Παρθένη" introduces us to the titular character, Παπα-Παρθένης, who reflects on his dual existence as a priest and a human whose compassion causes him to struggle with the harsh tenets of his faith. He frequently muses on the sins of humanity, loathing the rigid laws of Christianity that seem at odds with his innate sense of mercy. The narrative also portrays his relationship with his wife, the challenges of his new role as a priest, and his interactions with a local parishioner in a comedic yet poignant setting. Through these initial interactions, Nirvanas establishes a theme of conflict between societal expectations and personal beliefs, foreshadowing the moral explorations that will unfold throughout the stories. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Nirvanas, Paulos, 1866-1937 |
|---|---|
| Title | Το συναξάρι του Παπά-Παρθένη κι' άλλες νησιώτικες ιστορίες |
| Credits | Produced by Sophia Canoni |
| Language | Greek |
| LoC Class | PA: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature |
| Subject | Greek fiction, Modern |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 32386 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-32386-2 |
| Release Date | May 15, 2010 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 415 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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