Georgia: A Tapestry of Time and Space - Paperback

by Tatjana Montik (Author), Irakli Lomouri (Foreword by)

Embark on a captivating journey through Georgia's heart and soul with this book. Travel across time and space, exploring the diverse regions of this nation, from the ancient echoes of Colchis and Caucasian Iberia/Kartli to the vibrant present. Immerse yourself in the unique customs and traditions of the Georgian people, as the author, who lived and worked as a radio journalist in Georgia for 15 years, shares personal stories and exciting discoveries from her travels and researches. Unveil the layers of Georgia's history, from ancient myths and medieval tales to contemporary realities. Gain a deeper understanding of the country's complex present, including the recent conflicts and border situations.

Author Biography

Tatjana Montik studied at the University of Vienna, Austria, and the Minsk State Linguistic University, Belarus. For 25 years, she has worked as a freelance journalist for German, English, and Russian-language media, primarily radio stations such as Deutschlandradio, Deutschlandfunk, Norddeutscher Rundfunk, Österreichischer Rundfunk (ORF), and SRF. From 2002 to 2013, she produced numerous political reports from Belarus and Ukraine. Between 2007 and 2010, she reported on cultural and historical topics from Saint Petersburg, Russia. Since 2010, she has been working in the South Caucasus, reporting on political, social, cultural, historical, and ethnographic subjects.