Historical Fiction· Georgia
Data Tutashkhia
by Chabua AmirejibiAggregate Editorial Score30/100
Published 1975Georgian
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Few works of historical fiction have earned the sustained critical attention that Data Tutashkhia (1975) by Chabua Amirejibi continues to receive. Set in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, this novel follows the life of the outlaw Data Tutashkhia. It explores themes of justice, freedom, and the struggle against oppression. The book is celebrated for its vivid characters and its exploration of Georgian identity and history. Themes of justice, freedom, oppression run through the work.
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🗺️ Historical Fiction
Novels set in the past, blending real events with fictional narratives.
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This book is part of Georgia's rich literary tradition.
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Data Tutashkhia by Chabua Amirejibi intricately weaves the life of its titular character, a Georgian peasant, against the backdrop of political upheaval and social change in early 20th-century Georgia. The novel explores themes of identity, resilience, and the clash between tradition and modernity through rich, lyrical prose that captures the nuances of rural life. Amirejibi's blend of realism and folklore not only preserves Georgian cultural heritage but also highlights the individual's struggle for dignity amid societal transformation.
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Chabua Amirejibi is a Georgia author whose work in historical fiction has earned recognition from readers and critics alike.
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