A Voice of Resilience and Hope in a World of Turmoil and Suffering: Selected Poems, 1935-1989

Yiannis Ritsos has long been recognized as one of the most prolific writers of contemporary Greece and as one of Europes most important poets of the 20th century. In his 70 years of active life as a poet, he produced works that continue to amaze hisMoreYiannis Ritsos has long been recognized as one of the most prolific writers of contemporary Greece and as one of Europes most important poets of the 20th century. In his 70 years of active life as a poet, he produced works that continue to amaze his readers. This work provides an introduction to the life, thought, and poetry of this highly regarded poet. The book then provides in Greek and English, the texts of hundreds of his poems. Anyone interested in Modern Greek poetry or the work of Yiannis Ritsos will want to add this work to his library.