The book is dedicated to the life and works of Hovhannes Tumanyan and is divided into the following sections: “Tumanyan’s Family World,” “Homeland-Themed Symphonies,” “Our Witty and Wonderful Tumanyan,” and “With Tumanyan.” Its aim is to reveal not only the great poet but also the man—the individual. Based on this approach, the book contains unique and interesting facts, events, and episodes. It is intended for a broad readership.

For decades, Garnik Shakhknyan’s explorations of the Tumanyan world were reflected in his three previous works. The Tumanyan Encyclopedia is the author’s fourth book, which may be considered a selection of all his Tumanyan studies. Sadly, it became the author’s swan song, coinciding with the 150th anniversary of the great national genius, Hovhannes Tumanyan.