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Set in 412 BC during the aftermath of Athens' failed invasion of Sicily, the story follows Lampo and Gelon, two struggling potters who decide to stage a performance of Euripides' Medea in a quarry filled with starving Athenian prisoners. As they navigate the complexities of friendship and enmity amidst war, Lampo's aspirations grow, challenging his understanding of courage and ambition. This vibrant tale weaves themes of brotherhood, art, and the human spirit's resilience, all while blending humor and tragedy in a unique narrative.
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Glorious Exploits, Ferdia Lennon
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- Released
- 2024
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- Title
- Glorious Exploits
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Ferdia Lennon
- Publisher
- Penguin Books Ltd (UK)
- Released
- 2024
- Format
- Paperback
- ISBN10
- 0241667224
- ISBN13
- 9780241667224
- Description
- Set in 412 BC during the aftermath of Athens' failed invasion of Sicily, the story follows Lampo and Gelon, two struggling potters who decide to stage a performance of Euripides' Medea in a quarry filled with starving Athenian prisoners. As they navigate the complexities of friendship and enmity amidst war, Lampo's aspirations grow, challenging his understanding of courage and ambition. This vibrant tale weaves themes of brotherhood, art, and the human spirit's resilience, all while blending humor and tragedy in a unique narrative.