The Southern Elephant
Archil Kikodze
How do we survive morally in a world full of missed chances and unexpected tragedies?
The Southern Elephant is one of the most acclaimed Georgian novels of the 21st century. It follows two friends, the narrator and Tazo, both victims of school bullying, whose dreams of becoming film directors take tragic turns. Over the course of a single day, the narrator wanders the streets of Tbilisi, reflecting on his life while Tazo hosts a new love interest in his apartment.
Exploring moral dilemmas, human survival, and personal conscience, the novel expands from an individual story to the broader history of independent Georgia. The ending offers a raw, ‘ugly’ version of a happy resolution, lending the work its candid and sincere tone.
Publishing Date: 2024
ISBN: 9789735085629
Original Language: Romanian
Pages: 864
Dimentions: 11 x 18 cm