Callirhoe
Author:
Chariton (1)
Category:
Prose (454)
Novel (280)
Historical novel (10)
Greek literature (2)
Translator:
Hayk Khachatryan (1)
Age Recommendation: 13+
Syracuse and the lands of the Persian Empire, in the late fifth and early fourth centuries BCE. Callirhoe, the beautiful daughter of a celebrated commander, and the young Chaereas are separated by a series of severe trials. Their lives become entangled with sea voyages, slavery, court intrigue, and the rivalry of powerful men. At its heart lies a story of love, loyalty, and the effort to preserve dignity far from home.