А book dedicated to academician Edward Rtveladze presented in Tashkent

The presentation of the book In Memory of Edward Rtveladze has become a significant event for the cultural life of Uzbekistan. The book contains unique materials reflecting the life and research activity of academician and archaeologist Edward Rtveladze.

The publication was presented by Sergey Laptev, a member of the World Society, an expert from the Miho Museum in Japan, who is also a co-author of the book.

This colorful photo album includes many photos taken by the scholar, as well as essays about him written by his family members, friends, archaeologists, doctors, lawyers and statesmen. In total, the publication unites recollections by 40 people. The book also includes memoirs by Edward Rtveladze himself, as well as his research articles about one of the main discoveries in his academic life – Alexandria of Oxiana, a city that existed on the territory of Surkhandarya from the 4th century BCE to the 1st century AD.

Edward Vasilyevich Rtveladze was an outstanding scholar, archaeologist, researcher and permanent chairman of the Research Council of the World Society for the Study, Preservation and Popularization of the Cultural Legacy of Uzbekistan.

The presentation of the book was organized at a highest level. Many famous cultural and artistic figures in Uzbekistan took part in the event and gave their high opinions of the book. They expressed respect and gratitude to the authors of the book and the organizers of the presentation for the popularization of Eduard Rtveladze's unique legacy across Uzbekistan and abroad.

The presentation of the book In Memory of Edward Rtveladze was an important step in preserving and popularizing the cultural heritage of Uzbekistan. It stressed the importance of preserving the memory of outstanding personalities and their significant contribution to the culture and art of Uzbekistan. The presentation also showed how important and valuable it is for our people and how the preservation of cultural heritage should become a priority for all of us.

The pilot edition of In Memory of Edward Rtveladze was released on May 16, 2022, at a commemorative evening dedicated to the 80th birthday of this outstanding scholar.