Loukis Laras: Reminiscences of a Chiote Merchant During the War of Independence (1881)

Loukis Laras: Reminiscences of a Chiote Merchant during the War of Independence is a historical novel written by the Greek author Demetrios Bikelas in 1881. The book is set during the Greek War of Independence in the early 19th century and follows the story of Loukis Laras, a wealthy merchant from Chios, a Greek island in the Aegean Sea.The novel is written in the form of a memoir, with Loukis Laras recounting his experiences during the war. He describes the brutal Ottoman occupation of Chios, the massacre of thousands of Greeks by the Turks, and the subsequent rebellion and struggle for independence.Through Loukis Laras' eyes, the reader is given a vivid portrayal of the hardships and sacrifices made by the Greek people during their fight for freedom. The novel also explores themes such as patriotism, courage, and the importance of family and community.Loukis Laras: Reminiscences of a Chiote Merchant during the War of Independence is considered a classic of modern Greek literature and a significant work in the canon of historical fiction. It has been translated into several languages and remains a popular and influential book in Greece to this day.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.