[...] With the belief that the publication of "The Complete Works of Rigas" that we have in our hands today contributes to national self-awareness and the awakening of collective historical memory, we hope that the constantly relevant contemplation of Rigas will become the property of all of us and will provide support for strengthening the bonds of national cohesion and social solidarity. At the same time, inspired by the principles of democracy, Rigas' contemplation can be a substantial contribution to overcoming nationalist differences and the scourge of racism, both in the European continent and in the rest of the world. [...]

(Apostolos Chr. Kaklamanis, from the book's preface)