Third Cycle of Irrigations – Τρίτος κύκλος ἀρδεύσεων
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| Format | Paperback, E-book |
|---|---|
| Author | Δημήτρης Ὀρφανίδης |
| Language | Greek |
| Pages | 310 |
| ISBN | 978-618-5525-20-0 |
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Through a series of poem-masks, the reader encounters characters moving through the corridors of power and social conventions. From the clerk learning foreign languages to adapt to international realities, to diplomats dancing at cocktail parties, each character exemplifies contemporary Greek urban life. The poems span temporally from ancient Greece to the present day, creating a dialogue between past and present. At the collection’s center lies the exploration of power mechanisms and how people attempt to survive or ascend socially. The poet presents characters struggling with their expectations and reality, unveiling the games of power played at every level of society. Each poem is a small story contributing to the larger narrative of Greek society and eternal human weaknesses.
Imagine being able to view modern Greece through the lens of Cavafy, that is precisely the power of the Third Circle of Irrigations. Dimitris Orphanidis constructs a poetic world where archaic language meets contemporary dilemmas, creating a relentless satire of Greek society. With the precision of a surgeon and the severity of a social critic, he exposes the mechanisms of power that have remained immutable from antiquity to today. This collection is not merely poetry—it is a mirror reflecting our contradictions with harsh sincerity. Each poem functions as a miniature theater where the eternal tragedies of human character are played out: the hunger for power, compromises, hypocrisy. Orphanidis grants us the luxury of laughing at our own tragedy.
This book appeals to readers who love poetry with social content and do not fear bitter satire. Ideal for those who appreciate Cavafy, Seferis, and the tradition of modern Greek poetry, combining historical memory with social critique. It will be especially enjoyed by readers interested in political and social analysis, as well as those seeking literature that provokes rather than flatters. Familiarity with archaic and formal Greek will enhance full appreciation of the work, though the power of the imagery and characters speaks for itself.
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