Abdulla Qahhor

Abdulla Qahhor was a prominent Uzbek writer born on September 17, 1907, in Kokand. He is known for his contributions to Uzbek literature, particularly through his stories and novels which often explored themes of social justice and the human condition. Qahhor began his literary career with his first article published in 1923 and went on to work with various newspapers and literary journals. He held significant positions, including the chairmanship of the Uzbekistan Writers' Union from 1954 to 1956. His notable works include the stories 'The Headless Man,' 'The Ill,' and 'The Thief,' as well as novels like 'The Village Under Control' and 'Mirage.' He was also a translator, bringing works of major Russian authors into Uzbek. Abdulla Qahhor passed away on May 25, 1968, and a recent article celebrated the 118th anniversary of his birth by preparing a test based on his literary contributions.