CULTURE

Preserving a Nobel laureate’s literary legacy

Preserving a Nobel laureate’s literary legacy

In the heart of Athens, amid the winding streets of Plaka, preparations are nearing completion for a cultural milestone: the opening of the Odysseas Elytis House Museum on November 1.

Elytis’ legacy as a Nobel laureate is enshrined not only in his written word but also in the spaces that shaped his thought.

Nestled within a restored building courtesy of the Culture Ministry, the museum promises more than a collection of manuscripts as it will serve as a repository for his complete archive, offering an intimate look into the mind of a poet whose work transcended national borders.

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