A highly collectible first edition of Υπόκωφα (Muted) by Yannis Ritsos (1909–1990), one of the most influential poets of modern Greek literature. This copy is hand-signed and personally dedicated by the author, making it a scarce and desirable example for collectors of 20th-century poetry and signed literary works. Published in Athens in 1982 by Kedros, Υπόκωφα belongs to Ritsos’s mature poetic period and reflects his characteristic restrained lyricism, introspection, and quiet resistance. Bibliographic Details Author: Yannis Ritsos (Γιάννης Ρίτσος) Title: Υπόκωφα (Muted) Publisher: Kedros, Athens Year: 1982 Edition: First Edition Pages: 95 Dimensions: approx. 17 cm × 12 cm Language: Greek Binding: Original softcover Signature: Hand-signed and dedicated by Yannis Ritsos Condition Very good vintage condition. Light, age-related wear consistent with careful handling. Interior clean and complete. Please refer to the photographs for a full condition assessment. About the Work The poems were written in various locations across Greece—including Athens, Delphi, Nafplio, Mycenae, and Samos—between March and August 1972, during a period of political repression under the military junta. The work bears the hallmarks of Ritsos’s discreet poetic voice during censorship, where meaning is conveyed through understatement and symbolic resonance. Collectability Signed and dedicated copy First edition One of Ritsos’s late-period poetic collections Strong appeal to collectors of modern Greek literature, signed books, and politically significant poetry A rare opportunity to acquire an authentic, signed work by one of Greece’s most celebrated poets.