Kazakh books in Lithuanian are presented at the International Vilnius Book Fair

The 24rd International Vilnius Book Exhibition presents the epic novel "The Path of Abai" by Mukhtar Auezov, the novel "The Return of the Teacher" by Anuar Alimzhanov, and a collection of Kazakh folk tales translated into Lithuanian and published by the Embassy of Kazakhstan and the "Zhara" publishing house.

Visitors to the exhibition showed interest in the books presented, noting the great work of translating and republishing the works of Kazakh classics of literature. The work carried out by the Embassy and the "Zhara" publishing house is aimed at expanding the knowledge of Lithuanian readers about the culture and history of the Kazakh people, their souls, and their destiny.

Recalling the history of the republication of the novel "The Path of Abai" Lithuanian publisher Aidas Zhandaris told how the family of the outstanding Kazakh artist Yevgeny Sidorkin provided the opportunity to use the famous graphic artist's original illustrations, made especially for the first edition of the novel in 1960, in the book.

The  International Vilnius Book Fair is the largest and most important book exhibition in the Baltic States. During the 4 days of the exhibition, more than 500 cultural events will be held – not only meetings with writers but also presentations of scientific monographs, and publications devoted to the science, history, and culture of Lithuania. It is expected that the exhibition will be visited by more than 50,000 guests from Lithuania and the countries of the region.