Rethinking a Radical Reputation : An Athens Neighbourhood Between Media Hype and Social Experience
Overview
Known for its anarchist and leftist movements, its uprisings and its vibrant counterculture, Exarcheia has long been a symbol of resistance and political activism in Greece. Through the voices and experiences of those who live, work and move through Exarcheia, this book delves into Athens' most contested neighbourhood - both its visible, striking elements and the unseen, elusive forces that linger in whispers, silences and memories. It unravels the tensions and contradictions of a place where beauty and resistance, decay and resilience are coexistent. Rather than reinforcing or dismissing its clich s and stereotypes, this exploration reveals the layered histories and political narratives that shape Exarcheia's past, present and future.
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Details
- ISBN-13: 9781836951339
- ISBN-10: 1836951337
- Publisher: Berghahn Books
- Publish Date: September 2025
- Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.5 inches
- Shipping Weight: 0.92 pounds
- Page Count: 206
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