Twelve plus one gripping stories from the bitter, scorching summer of 1974—fifty-one days that left an indelible mark on each individual and on an entire nation. The Lady of Lapithos recounts the harrowing experiences of twelve soldiers who found themselves trapped behind enemy lines in the town of Lapithos when it fell to Turkish forces in August 1974. Just as they believed all hope was lost, they encountered the legendary “Lady of Lapithos,” Euphrosyne Proestou. This book encapsulates the tragedy of 1974—the brutality of the Turkish invasion, the pain and suffering of a people, and the undeniable truth behind the so-called “peace operation” of Attila. Above all, it is a testament to the resilience and indomitable spirit of the Greek soul, which, even in the darkest of times, continues to fight for justice and hope.
Elias Epiphaniou Publications