Ενώ διέβαινα - Χρονογραφήματα by Ioannes Kondylakes
"Ενώ διέβαινα - Χρονογραφήματα" by Ioannes Kondylakes is a collection of chronicle-style essays written in the early 20th century. The essays explore various social, cultural, and political themes, often with a humorous tone that highlights the absurdities of human behavior and societal norms in Greece during that timeframe. At the start of the work, the author presents a blend of tragedy and comedy, as he recounts peculiar incidents related to natural disasters
and the reactions of people involved. One notable anecdote describes how a donkey was swept away by floodwaters, only to later sound a trumpet to proclaim its survival, while another depicts a scene where a parrot trapped in a cage calls out for "salt," prompting laughter about the absurdity of the situation. The opening segments showcase the author’s keen observation of everyday life, setting the stage for a series of reflective and often satirical essays that engage with various facets of society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Kondylakes, Ioannes, 1861-1920 |
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| Title | Ενώ διέβαινα - Χρονογραφήματα |
| Credits | Produced by Sophia Canoni |
| Language | Greek |
| LoC Class | PA: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature |
| Subject | Essays |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 32815 |
| Release Date | Jun 14, 2010 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 6, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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