Life Immovable. First Part by Kostes Palamas

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Author Palamas, Kostes, 1859-1943
Translator Phoutrides, Aristides E. (Aristides Evangelus), 1887-1923
Title Life Immovable. First Part
Note Reading ease score: 75.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "Life Immovable. First Part" by Kostes Palamas is a poetic collection written in the early 20th century. The work predominantly explores themes of national identity, personal experience, and universal truths through various lyrical forms, including sonnets and reflective poems. The poems convey Palamas's deep connection with his homeland and the broader human experience, often touching on both personal and collective struggles. At the start of this collection, the introduction provides insights into the cultural tensions in Greece during Palamas's time, particularly the conflict between purist and vernacular language movements. The first set of poems, "Fatherlands," introduces different locations significant to the poet's life, weaving personal nostalgia with broader reflections on Greek identity and history. Palamas's work exposes the contrasts between past glories and contemporary challenges, utilizing rich imagery and emotional depth to engage readers in a dialogue about the impermanence of human life and the quest for meaning. The opening section sets the tone for a journey through the poet's homeland, ultimately leading to existential reflections on life and death. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PA: Language and Literatures: Classical Languages and Literature
Subject Palamas, Kostes, 1859-1943 -- Translations into English
Subject Greek poetry, Modern -- Translations into English
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EBook-No. 24191
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jun 19, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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