Oybek (writer)

Oybek, whose real name was Musa Tashmukhamedov (Uzbek: Musa Toshmuhammad oʻgʻli; Russian: Муса Ташмухамедов), (1905 – 1968), was a prominent Uzbek writer, poet, academician, and public figure. He is considered one of the most influential figures in 20th-century Uzbek literature.

Oybek was born in Tashkent and received his education at the Central Asian State University (now the National University of Uzbekistan). He began his literary career in the 1920s, writing poetry that reflected the social and political changes occurring in Soviet Uzbekistan. He is best known for his novels, which depict Uzbek life and history.

His major works include:

• "Sacred Blood" (Qutlug' Qon): A novel set during the turbulent years of the Russian Revolution and the struggle for independence in Turkestan. It is considered one of the first major Uzbek novels.
• "Navoi": A biographical novel about the life and work of the great Uzbek poet Alisher Navoi. This novel is widely regarded as Oybek's masterpiece and a significant contribution to Uzbek historical fiction.
• "The Sun Does Not Fade" (Quyosh So'nmas): A novel exploring themes of love, loss, and the challenges of modernization in Uzbek society.
• "The Wind of Gold" (Oltin Vodiy shamoli): A novel focusing on the development of the Fergana Valley.

Oybek's writings are characterized by their realism, attention to detail, and exploration of complex social and psychological themes. He played a significant role in shaping the development of Uzbek literature and promoting Uzbek culture. He was a member of the Academy of Sciences of Uzbekistan and received numerous awards and honors for his literary achievements. He is remembered as a national icon of Uzbekistan.