... first time Belarus and Palestine continue to develop cultural ties. Classics of Arabic poetry in Belarusian were presented in Minsk. The collection of poems «The Sorrows and Joys of Native Land» includes the works of the founder of the Palestinian literature Mahmud Darwish and the Belarusian poet and playwright Yanka Kupala. Arabic poems for the first time sounded in Belarusian thanks to the writer and translator Nikolai Metlitsky.
Ambassadors and diplomats recite Yanka Kupala poems in the original Traditional Kupala Readings were held at the Belarusian Foreign Ministry. The event was timed to the International Mother Language Day. It was Yanka Kupala who contributed to the Belarusian literature becoming a part of the world heritage. Ambassadors and diplomats recited the original lyrics from the national poet's unique collection of social and patriotic works. The Foreign Ministry Hall has also become an exhibition venue. The exposition ...
My native nook, dear land that bred me. I have no power to forget thee The 135th anniversary of the birth of writer, scientist and public figure Yakub Kolas is marked today in Belarus. Kolas devoted his life to his native land and Belarusians. He defended the right of our people to self-consciousness, the identity of culture and language. His life and activities are permeated with nobility, unindifference, a thorough attitude to his work. Festive events will be held in honor of Yakub Kolas in the...
Forum to discuss book legacy of Francysk Skaryna About 600 delegates from 24 countries are taking part in the two-day international congress 500 Years of the Belarusian Book Printing in Minsk. These are well-known public and political figures, diplomats, heads and leading specialists of scientific, educational and cultural establishments. The forum is held under the patronage of UNESCO. It will discuss the book legacy of Francysk Skaryna and his successors. The program will also include the General...
Pimen Panchanka rose to fame in 1944 after publication of "Iranian diary" Today is the 100 th anniversary of the birth of Pimen Panchanka. During his lifetime he was one of the most published and recognized authors: more than 35 poetic collections, many medals and orders, state awards of Belarus and the Soviet Union. As a poet Panchanka rose to fame during the Great Patriotic War. While in Iran, he wrote a collection of poems "The Iranian Diary." Another important...
The Album held Grand Prix of Eurasian book exposition and International CIS competition «World heritage of Francisk Skorina» has been presented in Minsk. The album includes 25 books by the pioneer printer. The edition has been released in 3 languages – Belarusian, Russian and English. The album reflects the creative activity of the Belarusian enlightener and public figure. The rarities include the Psalter, the Bible, the Travelers Handbook, The Book of Job. While preparing the edition, the authors...
All over Belarus and abroad events dedicated to classic are held 100 years ago, the Belarusian classic Maxim Bogdanovich died. The poet was only 25 years old. He died in Crimea, where he was treated for tuberculosis. Bogdanovich is buried in one of the ancient cemeteries of Yalta. A monument was installed in his honor. The local museum has an exposition devoted to the poet, which acquaints residents and guests of Crimea with pages of biography and creativity of the great Belarusian. Today, many...
Yakub Kolos’ House was once the center of the Belarusian poetry Today is World Poetry Day. Its goal is to breathe new life into the world literary movement. Yakub Kolos’ House was once the center of the Belarusian poetry, now it’s his memorial museum. In the year of Yakub Kolos’ birth anniversary the museum organized an exhibition of his personal belongings, correspondence, manuscripts and rare photographs of the great Belarusian poet as a family man, a host and a friend.
Writers from 17 countries to partake in International literature symposium Traditionally in early February Minsk becomes an international book capital. This year the Minsk book fair welcomes writers and publishers from 31 states, representatives of 17 countries are to partake in the International literature ...