Distinguished works of Zhambyl Zhabayev were published in Kyrgyz language. Presentation of the book, which took place in Bishkek, gathered researchers of the poet’s works and admirers of his talent. The readings were dedicated to the 175th anniversary of the poet. The book contains Zhambyl Zhabayev’s poems written throughout his creative path, which makes the publication even more valuable. In addition, the book includes the works based on Kyrgyz motifs. The number of printed copies is 1000 pieces.
“Zhambyl left a huge legacy, which features great ideas of raising youth and children, ideas of independence, ideas of the great spiritual culture of Kazakh and Kyrgyz peoples. They are echoed through all the works of the distinguished poet,” said Topchubek Turgunaliev, President of Manas and Chingiz Aitmatov National Academy.
The poems of the classic acquire a special meaning when they are chanted. The melodiousness of the works together with the relevance of the meaning of the story made the art of aitys performer popular. The poet’s works made him a folk poet. He is the poet who expressed his thoughts openly, improvised skillfully. Everyone who came to the festive concert dedicated to the 175th anniversary of the famous Kazakh poet enjoyed his works.
Translation by Saule Mukhamejanova
Editing by Galiya Khassenkhanova