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23 October 2014, 12:19

Lukashenko does not believe in decline of Belarusian literature

MINSK, 23 October (BelTA) – Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko does not believe that the Belarusian literature has plunged into the twilight. The President made this statement as he met with Belarusian writers on 23 October, BelTA has learned.

“Throughout the history of our nation, literature has always been the means of learning about the world and educating a personality. For a reason the poetry and prose of Kupala and Kolas, Bogdanovich and Melezh, Korotkevich and Bykov are a source of national pride for many generations of Belarusians,” the head of state said.

“Why does the contemporary Belarusian literature fall short of the highest standards set by our great writers?” the President asked addressing the attendees.

“Maybe, the inertia of mind hampers venerable writers, while the younger generation lacks worldly wisdom and experience? Or is it because the time has changed and our literature is just following global trends losing the national identity?” Alexander Lukashenko asked.

The President drew attention to the fact that literature has always been the source of ideas and themes for other types of art. The head of state asked how this artistic partnership is developing now. “Writers complain that contemporary composers and directors have turned their back on the national literature. Are their complaints fair? Maybe, the reason for the waning interest is the lack of good books?” the head of state asked.

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