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Lefteris Hondros on Reading and Writing
An interview with Lefteris Hondros, a Greek poet, about his reading habits, inspirations, and latest book, "Ten Months of Self-Indulgence."
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Lefteris HondrosKiki DimoulaSeferisCervantes
- Describe your ideal reading conditions.
- Hondros considers reading a writing process and vice-versa, often reading in a writing environment to gain inspiration.
- What books do you currently have by your bedside?
- Currently, Lefteris Hondros has his own book, the complete works of Kiki Dimoula, and "The Great Gatsby" by his bedside.
- Are there any books you feel guilty about enjoying?
- He feels no guilt about enjoying amateur poetry and songwriting, appreciating the authenticity of non-professional writers' work.
- What classic book did you read for the first time recently?
- Hondros recently read "Don Quixote" for the first time, finding it a classic that even seasoned readers can experience anew.
- What is the most interesting thing you have recently learned from reading a book?
- Reading Seferis' poems before writing inspires Hondros. He's fascinated by how everyday words can evoke strong emotions through simple yet structured use.