Damon and Pythias

Series: Fifty Famous Stories Retold

James Baldwin

The story revolves around the friendship between Damon and Pythias, two young men from Syracuse who are devoted to each other. When King Dionysius orders Pythias' execution for treason, Damon offers himself in his friend's place, demonstrating the depth of their bond. Damon is given a chance to escape, but he chooses not to, instead returning to await his own death alongside Pythias. This act of loyalty ultimately moves the king, who spares both men's lives and releases them from prison. The narrative explores themes of friendship, loyalty, and... AI Generated Content

~1952 CE

Available in: English