Фигурата на Одисей и посланическата му роля в контекста на съвременната балканска литература
The figure of Odysseus and his ambassadorial role in the context of contemporary Balkan literature

Author(s): Mariya Peeva
Subject(s): Language and Literature Studies, Studies of Literature
Published by: Факултет по славянски филологии, Софийски университет »Св. Кл. Охридски«
Keywords: Balkan litertures
Summary/Abstract: The motif of the traveller in European literature often draws on the mythological image of Odysseus. Across various interpretations, Odysseus is distinguished not only by his physical strength but also by his sharp intellect, rich experience, and possession of "wise counsels", which align with his ambassadorial role. From a comparative literature perspective, the figure of Odysseus finds a unique interpretation in the works of two contemporary Balkan authors – Alek Popov and Ylljet Aliçka in their respective novels, “Mission London” and “A story with internationals”. In both novels, the protagonists are diplomats who, despite not travelling geographically, navigate symbolic journeys between East and West, reflecting the tumultuous "transition" period experienced by Balkan countries.

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