The Cretan Runner - Book by George Psychoundakis

Name: The Cretan Runner
Author: George Psychoundakis

George Psychoundakis’ The Cretan Runner is a memoir that recounts his experiences as a resistance fighter during World War II in Crete. Psychoundakis, a young man at the time, served as a messenger for the Cretan resistance, running through rugged terrain to deliver vital information while avoiding Nazi forces. The book provides a firsthand account of the hardships, bravery, and sacrifice of the Cretan people during the war.

Memoir

Original Language: Greek

Original Title: Ο Κρητικός Μαντατοφόρος

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