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An Oxi Day Tribute: Once We Were Here

An Oxi Day Tribute: Once We Were Here

Reading “Once We Were Here,” we are reminded of the unyielding spirit of Greece, the profound impact of history, and the enduring legacy of love and sacrifice. Christopher Cosmos’ debut novel stands as a tribute to the brave men and women who fought for their country, their loved ones, and ultimately, for the cause of freedom.

A Mother's Love: PIMATA by Doris Falidis Nickolas

A Mother's Love: PIMATA by Doris Falidis Nickolas

The inspiration behind “PIMATA” is a deeply personal one, rooted in the profound loss of Doris’ beloved son, Angelo. Last June, Angelo’s battle with bowel and liver cancer came to an end, leaving a void in the lives of those who cherished him. In the wake of this heartbreak, Doris turned to writing as a form of therapy and self-expression.

Royal Flush? Prince Harry's Memoir ‘Spare’ Becomes Europe’s Most Dumped Book

Royal Flush? Prince Harry's Memoir ‘Spare’ Becomes Europe’s Most Dumped Book

Europe’s most discarded: Referred to as ‘diatribe’ by some critics, Prince Harry’s memoir ‘Spare’ has become the book of the summer in Europe in a unique way as hundreds of the tell-all have reportedly been left behind in rooms, bins, and by pools in popular holiday hotspots like Greece, Spain and Turkey.

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Victoria Hislop's Novels Fly Off The Shelves

Victoria Hislop is a British author known for her novels set in Greece. She has a deep love for Greece and often incorporates the country’s rich history and culture into her stories. Hislop’s books have gained international acclaim and have been bestsellers in multiple countries. GCT delves deeper into her writing with some interview questions that shed light on her inspirations, writing process, and connection to Greece.

Hydra: A Theatre for Dreamers

Hydra: A Theatre for Dreamers

If you’ve ever been on a ferry pulling into Hydra’s charming port, you will know that Polly Sampson’s words from “A Theatre for Dreamers” come alive as you witness the sweeping panorama of Hydra’s amphitheatre like setting and you immediately understand why the island serves as the backdrop for dreamers and creatives.

Nikos Gatsos Six Songs of Holy Week

Nikos Gatsos: The Six Songs of Holy Week

The six songs of the Holy Week sequence, “Days of the Epitaph”, is a tribute to Christ by Nikos Gatsos, one of the greatest Greek poets of the 20th century, who feels that Christ’s sacrifice was the ultimate manifestation of God’s love for people. All six songs are interspersed with frequent quotations, sometimes slightly modified, from the Bible and other religious texts, expressing the poet’s conviction that Christ is the only hope for mankind.

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