A review by roo182
Freedom and Death by Nikos Kazantzakis
5.0
Another amazing read from Kazantzakis. Having a Cretan grandfather, I really felt my blood boil with pride, passion and bravery as I journeyed into 18th century Crete. I found myself unable to escape the charm and never-passing suspense of a Cretan revolt, and found myself dreaming of a life as a Palikare.
At times, Freedom and Death is exuberantly humorous, while at others it is mind numbing the brutal and horrifically tragic.
I highly recommend this as a must read for anyone wanting a glimpse into the glorified wartime life of Crete.
At times, Freedom and Death is exuberantly humorous, while at others it is mind numbing the brutal and horrifically tragic.
I highly recommend this as a must read for anyone wanting a glimpse into the glorified wartime life of Crete.