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100 1 _aBenson, E. F.
_q(Edward Frederic),
_d1867-1940
245 1 4 _aThe Vintage: A Romance of the Greek War of Independence
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2014
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2014-09-06
508 _aProduced by Clare Graham and Marc D'Hooghe (Images generously made available by the Internet Archive.)
520 _a"The Vintage: A Romance of the Greek War of Independence" by E. F. Benson is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative unfolds against the backdrop of the Greek War of Independence, focusing primarily on the life of Mitsos, a young Greek boy who dreams of vengeance against the oppressors of his people. The story delves into themes of rebellion, personal growth, and the struggle for freedom, showcasing the deeply entrenched injustices faced by the Greek populace under Turkish rule. At the start of the novel, the atmosphere is palpably tense, establishing both the harsh realities of daily life in the occupied town of Nauplia and the personal stakes for its inhabitants. We are introduced to Mitsos, who is depicted as a spirited teenager embracing the challenges of work on the family vineyard while yearning for adventure. Meanwhile, the narrative hints at a larger, brewing conflict as Mitsos' father discusses the troubles brought by Turkish taxes and the arrival of his uncle, Nicholas, who is involved in the underground resistance. This opening portion artfully sets the stage for a tale of personal and national struggle, suggesting that Mitsos' character will evolve amidst the growing call for rebellion against their oppressors. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aGreece -- History -- War of Independence, 1821-1829 -- Fiction
700 1 _aJacomb Hood, G. P.
_q(George Percy),
_d1857-1929
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/46782
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