David Kldiashvili

Georgian author and playwright

David Kldiashvili - Georgian author and playwright
Born

1862
163 years ago

Died

April 24th, 1931
94 years ago — 69 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Georgia

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A prominent figure in Georgian literature, contributions included numerous works that reflected the social and political landscape of the period. Wrote plays exploring themes of national identity and cultural heritage. Worked to revive and promote Georgian theater through literary endeavors.

Authored significant plays in Georgian literature

Contributed to the development of Georgian theater

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