Cyprian Norwid and the History of Greece [Grecja i jej historia w twórczości Cypriana Norwida].

"Cyprian Norwid and the History of Greece" by Maciej Junkiert is a book that explores how Cyprian Kamil Norwid, a Polish poet, engages with the history of Greece in his work. The book discusses Norwid's connection of Greek philosophy to Christianity and the importance of figures such as Socrates, Epimenides, Cleopatra, and Caesar in his writings. It also examines Norwid's fascination with the origins of history and the concept of memory, which were invented by the Greeks. The book offers a unique perspective by arguing that Norwid viewed Greek antiquity as central to his intellectual pursuits, rather than focusing solely on Poland. Overall, "Cyprian Norwid and the History of Greece" provides valuable insights into Norwid's work and its relationship to Hellenism, historiosophy, and memory studies. [Extracted from the article]