The Story of Damon and Pythias - Hardcover

by Rev S. L. Harris (Author)

""The Story of Damon and Pythias"" is a classic tale of friendship and loyalty from ancient Greek mythology. In this retelling by Reverend S. L. Harris, Damon and Pythias are two best friends who live in the city of Syracuse. When Pythias is falsely accused of plotting against the king, he is sentenced to death. But before he is executed, he asks for permission to say goodbye to his family and tie up loose ends. Damon offers to take his friend's place in jail, promising to return for Pythias' execution if he does not come back. The story follows the trials and tribulations of Damon as he tries to secure Pythias' release and make it back to the city in time. This book is a timeless tale of friendship, selflessness, and the power of loyalty. It is suitable for readers of all ages who enjoy classic tales and stories of ancient mythology.THIS 52 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Talks on Pythianism, by Rev. S. L. Harris. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766103447.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.