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The Daughter of the Khan
Literary Fiction· Turkmenistan

The Daughter of the Khan

by Gurbannazar Ezizov
Aggregate Editorial Score30/100
Published 1978Turkmen
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About This Book

Published in 1978, The Daughter of the Khan established Gurbannazar Ezizov as one of the defining voices in literary fiction. The Daughter of the Khan is a poignant exploration of love and power set in the historical context of Turkmenistan. Ezizov's novel delves into the complexities of relationships and the societal expectations placed on individuals. Through its rich character development and emotional depth, the book offers a profound commentary on the intersection of personal desires and cultural obligations. Themes of love, power, society run through the work.

Book Details

AuthorGurbannazar Ezizov
Published1978
Country of Origin🇹🇲 Turkmenistan
LanguageTurkmen
Category📖 Literary Fiction
Editorial Score30/100
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📖 Literary Fiction

Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.

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Country of Origin

🇹🇲 Turkmenistan

This book is part of Turkmenistan's rich literary tradition.

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Editorial Assessment

First published in 1978, Gurbannazar Ezizov's The Daughter of the Khan is a work of literary fiction that has drawn sustained interest from critics and prize committees alike. Its engagement with love, power, society, cultural obligations gives the book a depth that extends well beyond its genre. The book's place in the literary record rests on its presence across major prize lists and critical surveys. Its aggregate editorial score of 30/100 reflects recognition from 0 independent editorial sources, from international prizes to specialist critical journals. Readers coming to The Daughter of the Khan for the first time will find a work that rewards patience. The book's handling of love, power, society, cultural obligations is layered rather than didactic, and a second reading often reveals dimensions the first pass only hinted at. Gurbannazar Ezizov's role in the literature of Turkmenistan is well established. The Daughter of the Khan can be read as both a standalone achievement and as part of a broader national literary conversation about identity, history, and the possibilities of narrative form.
About this assessment: Editorial scores are aggregated from multiple independent sources including major literary prizes, critical surveys, and leading publications. Our editorial team reviews and contextualises this data. Rankings reflect critical consensus, not personal opinion or popularity metrics. Learn about our methodology.
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Gurbannazar Ezizov
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Gurbannazar Ezizov is a Turkmenistan author whose work in literary fiction has earned recognition from readers and critics alike.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Daughter of the Khan about?

The Daughter of the Khan is a poignant exploration of love and power set in the historical context of Turkmenistan. Ezizov's novel delves into the complexities of relationships and the societal expectations placed on individuals. Through its rich character development and emotional depth, the book offers a profound commentary on the intersection of personal desires and cultural obligations.

Who wrote The Daughter of the Khan?

The Daughter of the Khan was written by Gurbannazar Ezizov, from Turkmenistan. First published in 1978.

What awards has The Daughter of the Khan won?

The Daughter of the Khan has received the following recognition: notable critical recognition.

Is The Daughter of the Khan worth reading?

The Daughter of the Khan is a well-regarded book with an aggregate editorial score of 30/100 on 50 Best Books. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in love, power, society.

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What category is The Daughter of the Khan?

The Daughter of the Khan is classified as Literary Fiction. Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.

What country is The Daughter of the Khan from?

The Daughter of the Khan originates from Turkmenistan's literary tradition. Explore more books from Turkmenistan on our country page.

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