Konstantine Gamsakhurdia

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Konstantine Gamsakhurdia, a prominent Georgian writer and public figure, is known for blending Western European influences with Georgian themes in his literary works. Educated in Germany, he created notable works like The Right Hand of the Grand Master and David the Builder. Despite his opposition to Soviet rule, Gamsakhurdia endured exile and arrests during the Stalin era. His writings are marked by profound psychological depth, and he introduced a new subtlety to Georgian language by incorporating archaic elements for a sense of classicism.

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Birthday May 3, 1893 (Taurus)
Born In Abasha
Died on July 17, 1975
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