Encyclopedia of Modern Greek Literature (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780313308130)

This reference provides more than 800 alphabetically arranged entries on important authors, texts, genres, themes, and topics in Greek literature from the Byzantine period to the present. Brief, readable entries provide basic information on the history and development of modern Greek literature and language. Each entry is thoroughly cross-referenced, and most conclude with a bibliography of further information resources.

Greece has an old and influential literary tradition. The lion's share of attention has been given to classical Greek literature, yet the nation continues to produce significant imaginative works. This reference provides more than 800 alphabetically arranged entries on important authors, texts, genres, themes, and topics in Greek literature from the Byzantine period to the present.

Brief, readable entries provide basic information on the history and development of modern Greek literature and language. Each entry is thoroughly cross-referenced, and most conclude with a bibliography of further information resources. The encyclopedia also offers a useful chronology of modern Greek literature, a select bibliography of important general works, and a detailed subject index.

Author: Bruce Merry
ISBN-10: 0313308136
ISBN-13: 9780313308130
Publisher: Greenwood
Language: English
Published: 05/30/2004
Pages: 515
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 2.54lbs
Size: 10.00h x 7.00w x 1.19d

Review Citation(s):
American Reference Bks Annual 01/01/2005 pg. 515
Choice 11/01/2004 pg. 450