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The Last Tango in Alexandria

with Professor Michalis Tsianikas

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Event Details

by Professor Michalis Tsianikas

Book will be launched by Professor Nikos Papastergiadis

BOOK DESCRIPTION

Last Tango in Alexandria by Michalis Tsianikas examines the work of Cavafy, one of the most prominent modernist poets of the 20th century, through the prism of the history of ideas and their conflicts.

In this case, the tussle between Hellenism and Christianity, which when compared have many contradictory elements. How is this reflected in Cavafy's poetry? Tsianikas combats the foundational nationalist narrative encapsulating a synthesis of Hellenism and Christianity.

The book launch will be conducted in both Greek and English. You can purchase the book on the day.

DATE + LOCATION
Sunday 12 May 2024 | 3:00 pm
Doors Open from 2:30 pm
The Greek Centre | Mezzanine
168 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne VIC 3000



About Professor Michalis Tsianikas

Tsianikas

BIO

Professor Michalis Tsianikas was born in Anatoli (Selitsiani), Larisa. He studied literature at the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, followed by post-graduate studies in France. For thirty years he oversaw the Modern Greek Studies program at Flinders University in South Australia.

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Professor Nikos Papastergiadis is the Director of the Research Unit in Public Cultures and a professor in the School of Culture and Communication at the University of Melbourne.

About Seminars

This event belongs to the series, Seminars.

The Greek Community of Melbourne hosts a wide range of events, from intimate gatherings to large functions, and celebrates cultural diversity with vibrant festivals, performances, and exhibitions.

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  • LANGUAGE English
  • CATEGORY Published Works > Book Launch
  • EVENT SERIES Seminars
  • PRESENTED BY The Greek Community of Melbourne
  • FEATURING Professor Michalis Tsianikas