Second Edition of Vassilis Sgoutas “An Athenian on His City” Now Available
The UIA proudly announces the publication of the second edition of “An Athenian on His City” (ΕΝΑΣ ΑΘΗΝΑΙΟΣ ΓΙΑ ΤΗΝ ΠΟΛΗ ΤΟΥ) by Vassilis Sgoutas, Honorary President of the UIA. This insightful book, comprising 126 short chapters, offers an in-depth look at various projects in Athens, both completed and planned, as well as the urban functional and social realities of the city.
In this book, Vassilis Sgoutas takes us on a journey through Athens, exploring its rich history and the profound connection between its past and present.
One of the chapters beautifully states:
“From the beginning. Let us start from the beginning. The city of Athena and Theseus, gifted like no other by nature and history, is the city in which we are fortunate to live. Sea-kissed, as Seferis would say, sapphire stone as Palamas had called it, Athens has not yet betrayed us. We do much to wound her, very much. She still holds. And expects us, its citizens, not to forget that it is we ourselves that will shape her future”. Currently available only in Greek, “An Athenian on His City” is a tribute to the enduring spirit and beauty of Athens. We invite readers to explore this remarkable work and deepen their understanding of this unique city.