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Rare, 1971, Signed, Paulina Pampoudi, Illustrated by Arleta, First Edition, Ikaros, 1/500 copies
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Rare, 1971, Signed, Paulina Pampoudi, Illustrated by Arleta, First Edition, Ikaros, 1/500 copies

160.00€

A rare and highly collectible first edition of Σχεδόν χωρίς προοπτική δυστυχήματος (Almost Without Prospect of Accident), the debut poetry collection by Paulina Pampoudi, published in 1971 by Ikaros Publishing.

This copy is further distinguished as an important association copy, featuring a warm handwritten dedication from the author to the poet and diplomat Giorgos Veis.

Provenance & Unique Features
Handwritten dedication and signature by Paulina Pampoudi
Dedicated to Giorgos Veis
The inscription references a shared poetic period, with Pampoudi thanking Veis for sending his poems and reciprocating with her own work

This personal exchange between two poets of the same generation adds significant literary and historical value.

Edition & Publication Details
Title: Σχεδόν χωρίς προοπτική δυστυχήματος (Almost Without Prospect of Accident)
Author: Paulina Pampoudi
Publisher: Ikaros Publishing
Place: Athens
Year: 1971 (First Edition)
Format: Softcover
Pages: 44 (unpaginated)
Size: 26 cm × 22 cm
Language: Greek
Limited edition: one of only 500 numbered copies
Artistic Collaboration

The volume is illustrated by Arleta (1945-2017), the iconic Greek singer-songwriter and visual artist.

This collaboration reflects the interdisciplinary spirit of the Greek artistic scene of the early 1970s, where poetry, music, and visual art intersected in a shared cultural movement.

Literary Significance

This collection is considered a landmark of the Greek “Generation of the ’70s”, marking the emergence of a new poetic voice in the aftermath of political and cultural transition.

Paulina Pampoudi’s work is characterized by:

Experimental language and visual sensitivity
A blending of poetic and graphic expression
A distinctly personal and introspective tone
Condition
Good vintage condition
Light wear and age-related toning consistent with period
Please refer to images for detailed condition.

Collectibility

This copy is especially desirable due to:

Debut collection of an important modern Greek poet
Limited edition (500 copies)
Illustrations by Arleta