Αθανάσης Διάκος - Αστραπόγιαννος by Aristoteles Valaorites
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"Αθανάσης Διάκος - Αστραπόγιαννος" by Aristoteles Valaorites is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book serves as a tribute to the hero Aθανάσης Διάκος, exploring his life, sacrifices, and role in the struggle for Greek independence. It is expected to delve into themes of patriotism, valor, and the conflict between Greek fighters and Ottoman rule. The opening of the work sets a somber and reflective tone, beginning with
a poignant scene of a mourning mother at the grave of her lost child. This moment encapsulates the profound grief experienced by those who lived through the tumultuous times of the Greek War of Independence. As the narrator observes the mother's sorrow, he becomes moved by the depth of her pain, which serves as a backdrop to his contemplation of the heroism and sacrifices made for freedom. The text hints at the significant trials ahead, as it transitions into a biographical account of Aθανάσης Διάκος, depicting his noble character, dedication to faith and country, and the early challenges he faced as he transitioned from a man of the church to a soldier committed to the liberation of Greece. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Valaorites, Aristoteles, 1824-1879 |
|---|---|
| Other | Lampros, Paulos, 1819-1887 |
| Title | Αθανάσης Διάκος - Αστραπόγιαννος |
| Credits | Produced by Sophia Canoni. First two corrections by George Canonis. Italian text was corrected by Carlo Traverso |
| Language | Greek |
| LoC Class | PA: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature |
| Subject | Diakos, Athanases, approximately 1788-1821 -- Poetry |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 32852 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-32852-2 |
| Release Date | Jun 17, 2010 |
| Last Update | Jun 21, 2010 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 332 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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