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Nikos Kazantzakis’ Contribution to the Modern Greek Demotic Language and the Role of the Cretan Dialect in His Work.“The Greek Museum of Adelaide commemorates the "International Greek Language Day", observed internationally on 9 February and formally recognized by UNESCO for the enduring contribution of the Greek linguistic tradition to global culture.
On the occasion of this day, and in alignment with its international recognition, the Museum will deliver the following official address, underscoring the fundamental role of the Greek language as a vessel of historical memory, intellectual creation, and cultural continuity.”
The Greek Museum of Adelaide announces the forthcoming Talk entitled:
“Nikos Kazantzakis’ Contribution to the Modern Greek Demotic Language and the Role of the Cretan Dialect in His Work.”
The event will take place on Sunday, 8 February 2026, at Adelaide High School, in Room 8G1, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
The Talk will examine:
- Kazantzakis’ contribution to the development and evolution of Modern Greek Demotic,
- the function and semantic depth of the Cretan dialect within his literary corpus,
- and the linguistic, ideological, and aesthetic implications of his language choices.
The presentation will be delivered by Chrysoula Melissinaki.
The session will begin with a Greek-language talk from 2:00 pm to 2:40 pm, followed by an English rendering of the material from 3:00 pm to 3:40 pm.
Refreshments will be provided at the conclusion of talk.
Kind Regards, Chrysoula Melissinaki, President of the Greek Museum of Adelaide Inc.
Proudly Supported by the Hellenic Studies Foundation.
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