“I chose as the title of the book the name of a plant that I feel characterizes Greece. It is the gypsophila, an evergreen and resilient plant, much like the course of Hellenism, which is destroyed by root-killing fungi, just as nations that do not respect their roots are destroyed. Through this collection of texts, I endeavor to restore the connection between economic choices and moral considerations, composing a narrative that is inclusive and aimed at our common future. [...] By examining the potential pitfalls inherent in abandoning a human-centered approach in favor of an individualistic mindset, I invite you to critically reflect on the choices we make and the values we cherish. [...]”

Thanasis Skordas

“On every page of this book, ideas emerge that provoke thought and shape judgments. [...] It is evident that Thanasis is influenced by the views of Edmund Burke and Roger Scruton in his work and is inspired by great Greek thinkers such as Konstantinos Tsatsos and Giorgos Theotokas. He offers a popularized view of conservative ideas, adapted to Greek characteristics.”

Antonis Samaras

“What makes the texts stand out? First of all, it is their profound political perspective. [...] If superficiality is the western malady of our times, drawing from the depths of tradition could generate effective remedies. [...] The way the author of the book resorts to principles to understand the modern world and propose solutions to its problems is commendable.”

Giorgos Politis