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This book tells both stories and history about the Greek Leftist movement. It highlights the situation between 1929 and 1974, when tens of thousands of leftist dissidents were imprisoned and tortured in Greek prisons, exile camps, and concentration camps. Many were held for years under inhumane conditions.
Content and context
The book outlines how the Greek state has labeled the Leftist movement as a dangerous zone, built on legislation from the beginning of the twentieth century. After the Greek Civil War (1946–1949), this zone was populated with citizens labeled as 'Leftists' and persecuted up to executionary punishments.
Historical framework
- Start in 1929 with the establishment of exile camps on isolated islands.
- Legislation from 1871 aimed at controlling so-called 'brigands', with severe punishments and banishment.
- Conclusion with the trial of the Revolutionary Organization 17 November in 2004.
Research methods
Neni Panourgia bases her research on ethnographic interviews, archival material, and personal memoirs of political prisoners. This provides unique microhistorical insights into the formation of the modern Greek citizen as a political subject.
Importance and relevance
The book provides a profound historical perspective on the phenomenon of indefinite detention, which also became known as a legal innovation under the Bush administration. Panourgia shows that part of the roots of this can be traced back to the neo-colonial experiments in Greece after the Truman Doctrine and the Marshall Plan.
Language and target audience
This book is suitable for readers interested in history and political science. It is available in Dutch and targets adults with an intermediate to advanced language level (B2-C2). The learning material is highly suitable for self-study, academic education, and research purposes.
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