The Balkan Botanic Garden of Kroussia: a haven of biodiversity
One of the most important attractions in the prefecture of Kilkis is the Balkan Botanic Garden of...
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Freud visiting the Acropolis: the father of psychoanalysis’ “disturbance of memory” and his relation to ancient Greek thought
Sigmund Freud was already 48 when he travelled to Athens in 1904. He experienced a feeling of astonishment and disbelief that puzzled him and which he described in a text, titled ‘A Disturbance of Memory on the Acropolis’ is now considered a key point of reference. We examine the relation of Freud and his psychoanalytic theories to Ancient Greek thought and the myths of Narcissus and Oedipus
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The Pomegranate: A Fruit Deeply Rooted in Greek Tradition
Greece, historically, has always been blessed with fertile land. Its land, has always had plentiful gifts to offer to those who dedicate their time, effort and passion to it. Agricultural identity has shaped the way of life for the majority of Greeks, since long before the establishment of the moder...
Reading Greece: Mary Kontzoglou – “What captivates me are the smaller stories, which may not have altered the course of history, but quietly shaped the lives of ordinary people”
Mary Kontzoglou was born in Thessaloniki and studied Political Science at Panteion University. She has worked in Communication roles for major Greek companies. Her novels are published by METAICHMIO Publications and include: The Honey of the Sea (2008), Walk with Your Angel (2009), the trilogy The M...
The wait is over: Giannis leads Greece back to EuroBasket podium
Vassilis Spanoulis won bronze as a player in 2009. With a win over Finland, he now has a podium place finish as a coach, too.