A bilingual poetry collection (English–Greek) that reimagines Greek tragedy and classical myth as a critical dialogue with contemporary life.
“Original and enjoyable, George Metillias is a distinct voice in contemporary Greek literature.”
— Babis Dermitzakis, Philologist, Book review, movie criticism
“Metillias’ poetry demonstrates undeniable technical skill and casts a subtly satirical eye on contemporary society through ancient myth.” — Christina Linardaki, English Literature - Translation and Interpretation – Critic
Through the figures of Ismene, Iphigenia, Orestes and Janus, the collection revisits ancient myths not as static symbols, but as living ethical and political questions.
Iphigenia confronts sacrifice and power, Orestes justice and responsibility, Ismene the limits of obedience, while Janus embodies the dual face of modern identity.
Ancient narratives are thus transformed into a reflective space where myth, irony and contemporary experience intersect.
Addressed to readers of classical literature, philosophy, comparative studies and bilingual poetry.
Τρεις μύθοι από την ελληνική μυθολογία και ένας από τους Ετρούσκους / Ρωμαίους παρέχουν κίνητρα για να αντιμετωπίσουμε τις διαχρονικές ανάγκες της ελευθερίας της επιλογής μας. Ακόμα και ο τρόπος που διαβάζουμε τους μύθους είναι δικός μας