the most important representation of giorgi i in historical fiction is probably in konstantine gamsakhurdia's magnum opus, "the hand of the great master". the author has often noted that he has been deeply interested in george's character and historical figure for a long time, as well as his reign full of turmoil and turbulence. in the story, the king is portrayed as a philanderer who enjoys feasting in low-class taverns with his comrades disguised as random peasants. the author seems to be emphasizing on the king's human, fleshly wishes and desires despite his position on the social ladder, such as lust, love, loathing and compassion.