Saken Seifullin is one of the brightest representatives of Kazakh culture, poet, writer, statesman figure, the founder of modern Kazakh literature. His name is forever inscribed in the history of the country as a symbol of inspiration, courage and boundless love for his people.
Born in 1894 in the endless steppes of the Akmola district, from a young age he was imbued with the spirit of his people, its traditions, language, music. Gifted with literary talent, Seifullin managed to transform Kazakh
poetry, combining in it ancient traditions and modern artistic trends. His works became the voice era, which reflected the hopes and aspirations of the Kazakh people.
Among his works are the novel Our Life, a textbook on the history of Kazakh literature, poetry collections Otken kunder", poems "Kyzyl at", "Kokshe tau" and memoirs "The Thorny Path". Seifullin was not just a writer, but also an active public figure, who devoted his life to the struggle for the development of national culture and language. He is the first among Kazakh writers were awarded the Order of the Red Banner of Labor, and his poems inspired thousands of people.
However, his patriotism became the reason for his tragic fate. During the period repression, Seifullin was arrested and executed in 1938. Despite this, his ideas, works and love for Kazakhstan remained in the hearts of people. Today, streets, schools and museums bear his name, and his works continue to inspire new generations.
Saken Seifullin is not just a writer and public figure, this is an era that has become part of the Kazakh soul.