Poet With Child’s Soul: Kazakhstan Marks Mukagali Makatayev’s 95th Anniversary

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA — Kazakhstan marks the 95th anniversary of poet, writer and translator Mukagali Makatayev on Feb. 9, commemorating one of the most influential voices in Kazakh literature. His poetry, centered on homeland, grief and dignity, gained broader recognition only after his death. Makatayev wrote his first poem at 17. His first book appeared when he… The post Poet With Child’s Soul: Kazakhstan Marks Mukagali Makatayev’s 95th Anniversary appeared first on The Astana Times.