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Glorious Exploits

A Novel

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Glorious Exploits

By: Ferdia Lennon
Narrated by: Ferdia Lennon
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An utterly original celebration of that which binds humanity across battle lines and history.

On the island of Sicily amid the Peloponnesian War, the Syracusans have figured out what to do with the surviving Athenians who had the gall to invade their city: they’ve herded the sorry prisoners of war into a rock quarry and left them to rot. Looking for a way to pass the time, Lampo and Gelon, two unemployed potters with a soft spot for poetry and drink, head down into the quarry to feed the Athenians if, and only if, they can manage a few choice lines from their great playwright Euripides. Before long, the two mates hatch a plan to direct a full-blown production of Medea. After all, you can hate the people but love their art. But as opening night approaches, what started as a lark quickly sets in motion a series of extraordinary events, and our wayward heroes begin to realize that staging a play can be as dangerous as fighting a war, with all sorts of risks to life, limb, and friendship.

Told in a contemporary Irish voice and as riotously funny as it is deeply moving, Glorious Exploits is an unforgettable ode to the power of art in a time of war, brotherhood in a time of enmity, and human will throughout the ages. Ancient Fiction Genre Fiction Historical Fiction Literary Fiction Funny Fantasy Heartfelt Witty War Alternate History Magic Science Fiction Fairy Tales
Original Storytelling • Historical Authenticity • Outstanding Narration • Emotional Depth • Unique Perspective

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Incredible well written and performed by Ferris Lennon. My heart is just aching for so many different reasons at the end. Lampo is such an incredible idiot - I love him so much!

Astonishing.

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This story is so original and has so much. I absolutely adored it. And I loved listening to the author reading it - he has a wonderful storytelling voice. Have already recommended to multiple people and will most likely listen/read again!

Beautiful

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The story offers a glimpse into the lives of common people in ancient Greece, highlighting their loves, hates, and humour, all through a unique and fitting narration.

Funny, Touching, Historical fiction

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The book is so moving on multiple levels - particularly if you’re interested in the craft of fiction and the power narrative holds for us storytelling apes. I laughed. I cried. I feel blessed to live amongst apes who can capture through writing the light and dark of our natures in such novel and profound ways.

The narration: Despite recounting a story from Greek antiquity in an Irish accent - the author’s voice acting is incredible and brings the book to life in unexpected ways.

Only negative; for a work of such attention - the audio production quality was surprisingly sub-par but with a few eq tweaks the listener can easily compensate for this.

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In a time of cookie cutter repeated themes and tropes and ridiculously poorly written books, this truly stands out. No carbon copy or another light historical fiction it is a triumph of imagination based on historical realities but focusing on the experiences of the marginalized. It is sometimes excruciating to listen to - going from comedy to tragedy, good to despair, and a heartfelt reminder of the importance of common humanity and theater that creates bonds between people.

Totally original, deeply moving

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