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Konstantin GamsahurdiaGeorgian classic writer, father of the former President of Georgia.
Date of Birth: 15.05.1891
Country:  Georgia |
Biography of Konstantin Gamsakhurdia
Konstantin Simonovich Gamsakhurdia was a Georgian classical writer and the father of the former President of Georgia. He was born on May 3, 1891, in the village of Abasha, Georgia, into a noble family.
Gamsakhurdia started publishing his works in 1914 and gained recognition for his literary talents. In 1919, he graduated from the University of Berlin and went on to travel extensively, visiting countries such as Italy, Greece, and Turkey. He also lived in Paris for a period of time.
In 1924, Gamsakhurdia became the head of the Literary Academic Group in Tbilisi, which held conservative views. His novel "The Smile of Dionysus" (1925) was marked by decadent influences. His three-volume novel "The Abduction of the Moon" (1935-1936) vividly depicted the clash between the old and the new world during the period of collectivization.
In 1939, Gamsakhurdia published the historical novel "The Right Hand of the Great Master" (1943), which portrayed the struggle of King George against feudal lords, as well as the culture, customs, and traditions of medieval Georgia. His tetralogy "David the Builder" (1946-1958) was dedicated to the heroic struggle of the Georgian people for national independence in the 11th century.
In the novel "The Blossom of the Vineyard" (1956), Gamsakhurdia depicted the collective farming peasants of the 1930s and 1940s, who transformed the barren lands of Gveleti into vineyards. Gamsakhurdia was a master at portraying social relations, rituals, and everyday details, making a significant contribution to the development of Georgian prose.
Gamsakhurdia also translated Dante's "Divine Comedy," Goethe's "The Sorrows of Young Werther," and other works into the Georgian language. His novels have been translated into many languages. He was awarded two Orders of Lenin, two other orders, and several medals for his literary achievements.
