Georgian-European literary relations. Georgian-European literary relationsIn the 19th century

      Аннотация: This monograph shows the ways European writers and travellers saw Georgia, the ways they related Georgian reality to European and what they considered to be the key features of the Georgian identity.The monograph describes the common tendencies that characterise Georgian and European literature. It reveals that Georgian literature of the 19th century was based on both national and European literary traditions and systems of thought. Historically, Georgia has always been a country with a European orientation. The Georgian state was oriented toward European values. The Christian faith and mentality determined the European character of Georgian culture.This monograph is intended for literary critics and a wide range of readers.

Ключевые слова: Georgian, European, relations