What Is Modern Greek Literature

Since its founding in 1983, the National Hellenic Museum has been sharing the stories of Greek contributions to history, art, and culture, with a special focus on the journeys of Greek-American immigrants. Embracing the vibrant Greek narrative in America, the museum hosts an array of engaging programs, ranging from dynamic exhibits to educational classes and public events.

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This 60-minute lecture will explore the rich history of Modern Greek literature, including some of its key players and products.

What Is Modern Greek Literature?While ancient Greek literature has a unique and prominent place in the literary canon, Modern Greek literature is virtually unknown to non-Greek speakers. This discussion hopes to correct some of this gap, highlighting the rich history of Modern Greek literature, including some of its key players and products. This discussion will also explore why we know so little about Modern Greek literature and what we can do to correct that.Each lecture is 60-minutes long and hosted on Zoom by NHM's own resident scholar, Dr. Katie Kelaidis. She is a historian and is passionate about how Greek history and culture are relevant so you can expect a lively discussion and exchange.

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