Ο Βασιλιάς Ανήλιαγος

Name: Ο Βασιλιάς Ανήλιαγος
Author: Ioannes Polemes

By Ioannes Polemes

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The play unfolds in and around a castellated household where noble figures, their attendants, villagers and visiting horsemen intersect. Episodes move between fields, domestic routines and guarded interiors as peasants sing and gossip, servants exchange suspicions, and court officers receive urgent arrivals. Romantic longing, jealousy and social distance drive interactions, while the arrival of mysterious riders raises tension and prompts watchful manoeuvres. The drama balances lyrical folk songs and working-life scenes with formal court exchanges, building suspense through shifting perspectives and staged entrances that reveal competing desires and hidden intentions without resolving every question.

About the Author

Ioannes Polemes

Ioannes Polemes was a Greek author known for his contributions to literature in the early 20th century. His notable works include "Ειρηνικά" and "Ο Βασιλιάς Ανήλιαγος," which reflect themes of peace and royal narratives, respectively. Polemes' writing is characterized by its exploration of human experiences and societal issues, making him a significant figure in the context of Greek literary heritage. His works continue to be studied for their cultural and historical relevance.