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About Maia Jaliashvili

Dr. Maia Jaliashvili, Ph.D., is a distinguished literary scholar, writer, and professor specializing in Georgian and foreign literature. She serves as a Principal Researcher at the Shota Rustaveli Institute of Georgian Literature and a Professor at Georgian American University.

Her research focuses on literary history, literary theory, and comparative literary studies, with particular interest in Realism, Modernism, Postmodernism, and the literary processes of the Soviet and Post-Soviet periods. She is an active member of the International Comparative Literature Association and regularly contributes to literary and academic discussions.

Publications & Research

Dr. Jaliashvili has authored multiple monographs, textbooks, and over 200 scholarly articles analyzing classical and contemporary Georgian and world literature. Some of her notable works include:

Sandro Tsikrekidze and Georgian Symbolism
Georgian Modernistic Novels
The Secret of Life

Beyond academic writing, she is also a poet and writer, producing poetry, short stories, parables, and diaries.

Awards & Recognitions

Dr. Jaliashvili has received several prestigious literary and academic awards, including:

Muza Literary Prize (2024)
Saguramo Literary Prize (2019)
Grigol Kiknadze Scientific Award (2012)
Best Trainer Award, National Center for Teacher Professional Development (2014)

Education & Expertise

Ph.D. in Literature
Specialization in Literary History, Theory, Comparative Studies, and Cultural Contexts

Professional Networking & Academic Contributions

LinkedIn: Maia Jaliashvili
Personal Blog: Maia Jaliashvili
ORCID ID: 0000-0001-6220-3696

Contact Information

Email: maiajalia@gmail.com
Institutional Address: 5 Kostava St., Shota Rustaveli Institute of Georgia