The work of M. Olmezov in the light of the artistic quest of the turn of the century (XX–XXI)

The article aims to review and at the same time holistically highlight the multidimensional, multi–genre artistic work of Muradin Olmezov, one of the sought-after and authoritative authors of modern Balkar literature. The work outlines several issues related to the identification of leading stylistic trends, a wide range of mastered thematic areas and topical issues, a complex of figurative structures, constants, and dominant poetic formulas. In parallel, the main stages of the creative evolution of the poet and playwright are determined. The study examines the value content of the significant works of M. Olmezov, reveals various interpretations of philosophical concepts in reflecting the national picture of the world. The fundamental features of the author’s manner are sincerity in revealing the emotionally sensitive component of the personal worldview, the authenticity of the depicted events, the historical orientation of lyric-epic texts, and the pronounced drama of stage works. The diversity of creative interests allows us to conclude about the level of artistic skill of the poet, who fully realized his talent. The leading direction in the work of the analyzed author, of course, is children’s poetry. His experience in enriching the repertoire of the national theatre and developing modern Balkar drama is seen as fruitful. Translation activities deserve special attention. He has achieved significant results in expanding the possibilities of poetics, mastering new forms such as verlieb (free verse), introducing fresh ideas into the national versification. As a result, M. Olmezov’s poetry occupies a worthy place in the Balkar literature of recent decades. Guided by the above criteria, the article provides an objective and holistic assessment of the author’s individual creative findings and achievements in the light of artistic developments at the turn of the XX–XXI centuries.

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