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The Literature Express
by Lasha Bugadze
A literary association has invited unknown and mediocre writers of various nationalities to a seminar. The narrative of the novel follows the train as it travels through Europe. The novel describes the self-absorption of the authors and their inability to communicate with each other. They are portrayed as inward-looking and disinterested in their fellow travelers’ works. The novel speculates on the subject of literature and unsuccessful writing. The main character of the story is a Georgian author. At the heart of the novel is a love story between him and his Polish translator’s wife. However, their romance is as unsuccessful as the protagonist’s attempts at literary success. At the end of the fascinating journey through Europe, we discover that all the authors participating in the seminar are writing their new books about the Literature Express. The Literature Express is about literature and writers, but also subtly reflects the tragedy of a Georgian man who cannot integrate into the European society because of his mentality.
