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The White Collar
Historical Fiction· Georgia

The White Collar

by Mikheil Javakhishvili
Aggregate Editorial Score30/100
Published 1926Georgian
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About This Book

Few works of historical fiction have earned the sustained critical attention that The White Collar (1926) by Mikheil Javakhishvili continues to receive. This novel provides a critical look at Georgian society during the early 20th century, focusing on the complexities of social and political change. Javakhishvili's work is noted for its realistic portrayal of characters and its insightful commentary on the human condition and societal transformation. Themes of society, political change, human condition run through the work.

Book Details

AuthorMikheil Javakhishvili
Published1926
Country of Origin🇬🇪 Georgia
LanguageGeorgian
Category🗺️ Historical Fiction
Editorial Score30/100
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🗺️ Historical Fiction

Novels set in the past, blending real events with fictional narratives.

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Country of Origin

🇬🇪 Georgia

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

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Editorial Assessment

First published in 1926, Mikheil Javakhishvili's The White Collar is a work of historical fiction that has drawn sustained interest from critics and prize committees alike. Its engagement with society, political change, human condition, realism 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. What distinguishes The White Collar is how it handles its central concerns — society, political change, human condition, realism — without reducing them to neat conclusions. The book invites close reading and holds up well to it. The White Collar reflects Mikheil Javakhishvili's place in a wider literary tradition. The book's concerns resonate with Georgia's broader cultural preoccupations, even as they reach beyond any single national context.
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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Mikheil Javakhishvili
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Mikheil Javakhishvili is a Georgia author whose work in historical fiction has earned recognition from readers and critics alike.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The White Collar about?

This novel provides a critical look at Georgian society during the early 20th century, focusing on the complexities of social and political change. Javakhishvili's work is noted for its realistic portrayal of characters and its insightful commentary on the human condition and societal transformation.

Who wrote The White Collar?

The White Collar was written by Mikheil Javakhishvili, from Georgia. First published in 1926.

What awards has The White Collar won?

The White Collar has received the following recognition: notable critical recognition.

Is The White Collar worth reading?

The White Collar 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 society, political change, human condition.

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What category is The White Collar?

The White Collar is classified as Historical Fiction. Novels set in the past, blending real events with fictional narratives.

What country is The White Collar from?

The White Collar originates from Georgia's literary tradition. Explore more books from Georgia on our country page.

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