Abstract
In "Submissive," Otar Chkheidze meticulously chronicles the era of Shevardnadze’s presidency, capturing the turbulence surrounding his resignation and the fervor of the Rose Revolution. Chkheidze's narrative approach blends artistic and documentary elements, using parliamentary sessions, politicians' speeches, television programs, and newspaper publications, along with the slogans of "Kmara" and the protests of pensioners. This method lends an authentic texture to the depiction of the period's political and social upheavals. Chkheidze's historical lens shifts dynamically throughout the novel, presenting multiple eras where historical figures spring vividly from the pages. Though Georgian names and surnames may change, the portrayal of the enemy and Georgian behaviors remain strikingly consistent.