Signed, M. Karagatsis - Ο Θάνατος κι ο Θόδωρος – Death and Thodoros - First Edition - Uncut Copy - 1954

Rare signed first edition of Ο Θάνατος κι ο Θόδωρος (Death and Thodoros) by M. Karagatsis (1908–1960), one of the most important figures of 20th-century Greek literature.

Published in Athens in 1954 by Echidna, this copy is an uncut first edition and is hand-signed by the author, making it a highly desirable collector’s item.

Bibliographic Details

Author: M. Karagatsis

Title: Ο Θάνατος κι ο Θόδωρος (Death and Thodoros)

Publisher: Echidna, Athens

Year: 1954

Edition: First edition, uncut copy

Pages: 160

Binding: Original softcover

Dimensions: 22 cm × 15 cm

Signature: Hand-signed by the author


Work

The cover bears the subtitle «Μυθιστορηματική τραγωδία λίαν εύτραπελος» (“a very cheerful novelistic tragedy”), reflecting Karagatsis’ characteristic irony.

This novella blends humor, melancholy, and philosophical reflection in a satirical portrayal of the human condition. Shortly after publication, the book was withdrawn from circulation, reportedly due to its satirical references to identifiable individuals, which adds to its bibliographic interest.


Author

M. Karagatsis (1908–1960, pen name of Dimitrios Rodopoulos - Δημήτριος Ροδόπουλος) was a central member of the “Generation of the ’30s”, introducing psychological realism and cosmopolitan modernism into Greek prose. His novels are known for their narrative intensity, moral boldness, and existential depth, securing his place as a cornerstone of modern Greek literature.


Condition

Very good vintage condition.
The author’s signature is clear and well preserved.
Please refer to the photographs for a detailed condition assessment.

Remarks

Signed first edition

Uncut copy

Withdrawn work with satirical content

Important example of post-war Greek literature