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Anthia's Flame: A Portrait of Teukros Anthias, a Champion of Peace and Social Justice

Published December 30, 2025, 06:22
Anthia's Flame: A Portrait of Teukros Anthias, a Champion of Peace and Social Justice

Floga Anthia, a sociologist and academic, shares personal memories of her father, Teukros Anthias, on the occasion of the reissue of his work “Cypriot Tragedy.” Teukros Anthias was a man of strong humanitarian and creative spirit, who fought for peace, freedom, and social justice. Floga Anthia describes her childhood in Cyprus and London, as well as the values her father instilled in her, such as a love for Greece, poetry, and literature. Teukros Anthias was known for his kindness, generosity, and open hospitality, while actively supporting political and artistic initiatives. His legacy lies in his dedication to the struggles for a better world and his encouragement of creativity and emancipation.