Politis

In the Vineyards of Memory and Resistance: Leonidas Galazis' New Poetry Collection

Published January 24, 2026, 13:09
In the Vineyards of Memory and Resistance: Leonidas Galazis' New Poetry Collection

The new poetry collection by Leonidas Galazis, titled “Vineyards of Endurance,” has been released by Estia Publications. The work includes 62 poems exploring themes of memory, tragedy, and hope, set against the backdrop of the Cypriot landscape. Galazis, an established literary figure and philologist, has been honored with significant awards for his work, including the New Writer Award and the Cyprus State Poetry Prize. Critics describe him as a “patriot” and a “revolutionary poet” who, through his poetry, highlights the Cypriot tragedy and resistance to complacency.