Translations in Times of War: Slavic Literary Connections During Times of Military Conflicts and Political Disputes

Although Slavic languages are closely related and mainly involve interconnected and even contact cultures that have developed in close mutual interaction, their literary relationships are not always harmonious and continuous. Instead, they often shift between periods of intense interaction to lack of interest, even rejection. The dissolution of Yugoslavia, transition, and the ongoing war in Ukraine strongly impact cultural connections. How do authors, who have been touched by conflicts among Slavic nations in various ways, perceive cooperation and exchange in the fields of literature and culture as a whole? How many direct contacts exist, and how does their success in the broader international arena influence them?

Organizer: Forum of Slavic Cultures