Fratricides

Discover the gripping tale of Fratricides by renowned author Nikos Kazantzakis, published by Faber & Faber in 2001. This compelling novel delves into the heart of internecine conflict in a village in Epirus during the tumultuous Greek civil war of the late 1940s. As tensions rise, many villagers, including Captain Drakos, the son of the local priest Father Yanaros, abandon their homes to join the Communist rebels in the mountains.

With a page count of 256, Fratricides offers a poignant exploration of loyalty, betrayal, and the devastating effects of war on community and family ties. Kazantzakis masterfully weaves a narrative that is both thought-provoking and deeply human, making it a must-read for fans of modern fiction. Experience the powerful storytelling that has solidified Kazantzakis's place in literary history.