Figures of Plovdiv

Nikolay Haitov (1919 - 2002)

Academician. One of the best Bulgarian writers. Born in the Rhodope Mountain village of Yavrovo. Author of many novels and short stories. Screenplay-writer of wonderful films (`Koziat Rog`, i.e. Goats Horn).  Chairman of the Union of Bulgarian Writers (1993-99). Winner of numerous literary awards.

Haitov was a man of a clear-cut stands and defending his point seemed like the most important thing to him. That is the impression the reader gets from his autobiographical book of memories `Through Sieve And Riddle` (Sluntze Publishing House), too. With each and every episode, no matter how eloquent the author might have been, he would always ardently defend an idea, a fact, or a person.

Haitov will definitely be remembered by his research study of Levski and the nonexistent grave of the eminent revolutionary. A disputable person in his lifetime, Nikolay Haitov has always remained extremely respected for the literary treasure he left behind. The unique Rhodope mountain figures he created, stepped into a life of their own.

Nikolay Haitov`s works have been translated into 28 languages and are considered landmarks of Bulgarian literature.