The Tragedy of Revolution

Revolution as Hubris in Modern Tragedy

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Ethical principles for thought and action to redefine and transform the intellectual and political scene.

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Vassilis Lambropoulos
C. P. Cavafy Professor Emeritus of Classical Studies and Comparative Literature
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