THE RECEPTION OF THE REVOLUTION OF 1821 IN THE PROSE OF ANDREAS KARKAVITSAS

Abstract

Andreas Karkavitsas belongs to the generation of important representatives of Greek prose. Contributed decisively to the successful
development of subsequent generations of prose writers. Karkavitsas consciously expressed his patriotism with his lifestyle, his literary work and his articles. His work was influenced by the Great Idea that came from both the creation of the Greek national ideology and the development of nationalisms from the end of the 18th century. After all, we could confidently claim that the Great Idea was the preeminent “legacy” of the Greek Revolution. Within this context the reception of the Greek Revolution undoubtedly created a new perspective in his work. For this reason, the central idea around which his short stories are developed concerns the reception of the Greek Revolution through the offering, participation and collective effort towards the struggles of the Nation.