Kazantzakis, Nikos
(1885-1957) Greek writer. Nikos Kazantzakis wrote essays, novels, poetry, tragedies, travel books, and much more. He once wrote: "How simple and frugal a thing is happiness: a glass of wine, a roast chestnut, a wretched little brazier, the sound of the sea."
Always Thirsty
"Although a national hero in his beloved homeland of Crete, Kazantzakis has failed to achieve the recognition in England that he so richly deserves. Novelist, playwright and journalist; disciple of Nietzsche, Bergson and Buddha; ... his works are the external expression of an inward cry that seeks answers to the most profound questions of existence." Read more from Lewis Owens.
"Although a national hero in his beloved homeland of Crete, Kazantzakis has failed to achieve the recognition in England that he so richly deserves. Novelist, playwright and journalist; disciple of Nietzsche, Bergson and Buddha; ... his works are the external expression of an inward cry that seeks answers to the most profound questions of existence." Read more from Lewis Owens.
Nikos Kazantzakis
"Kazantzakis, much more of a philosopher than a writer, was deeply influenced by the writings of Nietzsche and Bergson, and the philosophies of Christianity, Marxism and Buddhism. In his work, he attempted to synthesize these different world views." Read more about him.
"Kazantzakis, much more of a philosopher than a writer, was deeply influenced by the writings of Nietzsche and Bergson, and the philosophies of Christianity, Marxism and Buddhism. In his work, he attempted to synthesize these different world views." Read more about him.
Nikos Kazantzakis (1885-1957)
Biography chronicles the life of this writer from his birth on Crete to his death in Germany. Shares a list of his works, and suggests readings.
Biography chronicles the life of this writer from his birth on Crete to his death in Germany. Shares a list of his works, and suggests readings.
Ron Hamilton's Profile
Musician and literature devotee presents an excerpt of the Greek writer from his "The Odyssey - A Modern Sequel." Contains pictures and links.
Musician and literature devotee presents an excerpt of the Greek writer from his "The Odyssey - A Modern Sequel." Contains pictures and links.