Ioannis Psycharis
Philologist and author from Ukraine
Born
Died
1929
97 years ago — 75 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
Ukraine
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Born in 1854, a philologist and author actively contributed to the study of the Greek language and literature. Focused on the evolution of the modern Greek language and its dialects, published works that promoted linguistic reforms. Engaged in debates regarding the standardization of the Greek language and was a proponent of Demotic Greek. He also wrote literary and critical essays, and was influential in the cultural spheres of Ukraine and France.
Published significant works on Greek linguistics
Advocated for Demotic Greek in literary circles
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