The Schoolmistress With The Golden Eyes by Stratis Myrivilis
This novel is set on the Greek island of Lesbos during the Balkan Wars and explores the life of a beautiful and enigmatic schoolmistress who captivates the hearts and minds of the island's inhabitants. Through her interactions with the villagers, soldiers, and especially a young man who becomes deeply infatuated with her, the story delves into themes of love, war, and the complexities of human nature. The narrative is rich with descriptions of Greek island life, blending the personal dramas of its characters with the broader historical context of the era, ultimately painting a vivid portrait of a community at a crossroads of change and tradition.
The 3782nd greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1933
- Nationality
- Greek
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- Unknown
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- Greek
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This book is on the following lists:
- The 100 Best Books of Two Centuries of Modern Greek Literature (1813 – 2013) (Black & White Publishing SA)