“SAMVEL” AND “CHAOS” IN ADOPTED VERSION
Support A1+!The adopted and simplified versions of the Armenian classical writers are already available at bookstores. In 2007 "Gitank" scientific-educational and cultural fund published four novels, “Gevorg Marzpetuni” (Muratsan), “Chaos,” (Shirvanzade), “Vardanank” and “Samvel” (Raffi). The novels cost 600-1200 drams each.
The novels were published with our own means as we don’t inspire great hopes from the Ministry of Education. It is important for us is to convey ideas to children, says the executive director of the publishing house Alexander Aghabekyan.
According to the director the novels will help overseas Armenians and foreigners master Armenian better.
The books will be used as educational manuals for the Diaspora Armenians and foreigners.
The novels have aroused controversial feedback among public. “Some say they promote ignorance among children, others say the books are of great importance as they will stir up interest.
To note, Khachatur Abovyan's novel "Wounds of Armenia" (Verk Hayastani) will be available in November.
