Modern Greek Literature: Critical Essays

This volume examines new realms in the production and study of modern Greek literature by advancing previously unexplored areas of the field, redrawing boundaries and offering fresh perspectives. The ten original essays gathered here illustrate new approaches to the study of both canonical and non-canonical texts, viewing canonical figures in light of recent theoretical innovations and bringing to view previously unknown material worth exploring. Modern Greek Literature draws upon a wide range of disciplines, ranging from comparative literature to the study of religion, and from Byzantine philosophy to cultural studies. Contributors address both classical and contemporary debates, from discussions of genre to the evolving relationship between literature and national identity. With its breadth of inquiry and expansive scope, Modern Greek Literature charts a new literary map for present and future forays in the field. Book jacket.