Summary of Kassandra and the Wolf
Margarita Karapanou’s novella “Kassandra and the Wolf” delves into the troubled childhood experiences of Kassandra, a six-year-old girl who faces abuse by those meant to care for her. As a result, she develops severe behavioural issues.
Reasons to read Kassandra and the Wolf
“Kassandra and the Wolf” provides a brutal portrayal of childhood. Along with her second novel “The Sleepwalker” – which won the French Prix du meilleur livre étranger – Margarita Karapanou established herself as a prominent figure in Greek postmodern literature. She is the daughter of Margarita Liberaki, also a notable Greek writer known for her novels “Three Summers” and “The Other Alexander”.
Setting: Greece
Original title: Η Κασσάνδρα και ο Λύκος
Year of publication: 1976
Nr of pages: 132
