Celebrating History: Launch of English Edition of Greek Community Book in Melbourne
An event was held in Melbourne to unveil the English edition of ‘Σάρκα και Οστά της Μακρινής Πατρίδας,’ authored by Georgia Charpantidou. The book chronicles the history of the Greek Orthodox Community of Melbourne and Victoria from its inception to 1972. Key figures from the Ithacan society, including Vasilis Papastergiadis, highlighted the book’s significance for future generations and scholars. The author indicated that this edition includes comprehensive updates and encourages further historical documentation of diaspora communities. Attendees expressed interest in upcoming volumes, as the author plans to explore the community’s history beyond 1972.