Karen Van Dyck specializes in modern Greek and diaspora literature, with a keen focus on gender and translation. Her scholarly work delves deeply into the richness of Greek poetry, spanning centuries from ancient times to the present day. Beyond her academic pursuits, Van Dyck is a dedicated translator, skillfully bringing vital works of Greek literature to an English-speaking audience. Through her editing and translation, she significantly enhances the global appreciation of Greek literary artistry.
Since the crisis hit in 2008, Greece has played host to a cultural renaissance unlike anything seen in Southern Europe for over thirty years. Poems of startling depth and originality are being written by native Greeks, emigres and migrants alike. This book gathers together these poems.