Nikos Bakounakis is the president of the newly established Hellenic Foundation for Books and Culture (ELIVIP). His multifaceted career includes a deep personal connection with literature, particularly the Odyssey. This connection spans from the Classic Illustrated series to Jean-Luc Godard's "Contempt" and informs his interest in narrative techniques, especially the elasticity of time. Bakounakis continues to engage in intellectual and cultural pursuits, sharing his insights through lectures and writings.