An A-to-Z listing of over 800 cross-referenced entries covering important authors, works, genres, themes, and topics in Greek literature from the Byzantine period to the present Greece has an old and influential literary tradition. But while much attention has been given to classical Greek literature, the nation continues to produce significant imaginative works. This reference work provides extensive coverage of important authors, texts, genres, themes, and topics in Greek literature from the Byzantine period to the present. Included are more than 800 alphabetically arranged entries, which provide basic information on the history and development of Modern Greek literature and language. The entries are thoroughly cross-referenced and most conclude with a bibliography of further information resources. The volume also offers a useful chronology of Modern Greek literature, a select bibliography of important general works, and a detailed subject index. Surveys all of Modern Greek literature One of the few works in English on Modern Greek literature Entries provide information about authors, works, and topics Entries are arranged alphabetically for convenient access