Greece 1978, Nikos Kazantzakis, Famous Men Series

Greece · 1978 · 14 Δρ

This stamp features a portrait of Nikos Kazantzakis (1883-1957), one of the most important and internationally recognized Greek writers and philosophers of the 20th century. He is best known for his novels, including 'Zorba the Greek' and 'The Last Temptation of Christ'. The design is part of a series honoring famous Greek figures.

Issued in 1978, this stamp reflects Greece's post-dictatorship era, a period marked by a renewed celebration of its rich cultural and intellectual heritage.