"Eleni" is a novel written by the author Nicholas Gage, published in 1983. The book is a memoir that recounts the life of Gage's mother, Eleni Gage, who was a Greek woman living in the village of Ligiades during the Greek Civil War. It explores themes of love, sacrifice, and the impact of war on families. The story details Eleni's struggles to protect her children from the violence surrounding them and her eventual fate at the hands of the conflict. Gage's narrative highlights the resilience of the human spirit and the deep bonds of family, making it a poignant reflection on the effects of war.