Kamal Mehdi Abdullayev
Kamal Abdulla | |
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| Born | December 4, 1950 Baku, Azerbaijan |
| Occupation(s) | Academic, author, university professor, public figure |
| Known for | Gorgud research, novels, dramas, essays, poetry |
Kamal Abdulla (; born 4 December 1950) is an Azerbaijani academic, distinguished national author, public figure, and university professor. He holds the official designation of state counselor, 1st class.
Scholarly Monographs
He has written monographs specializing in Gorgud research.
Creative Writing
His body of work includes dramas, short stories, novels, essays, and poetry, which have been released both domestically in Azerbaijan and abroad. His literary output has been translated into a variety of languages such as Turkish, Russian, English, French, German, Spanish, and Japanese. His theatrical plays have been performed on stages in Azerbaijan, Georgia, and Estonia.
He is also the editor of the translation anthology Mysteries of the Silver Age, published under several international titles.
The Valley of Wizards
This novel, centered on the lives of Sufi santons, was first issued in Baku in 2006 and has since appeared in numerous editions worldwide.
There is Nobody to Forget…
Originally published in Baku in 2011.
Distinctions and Recognitions
- In 1999, he was honored with the title “Honored Worker of Science” by Azerbaijani President Heydar Aliyev for his scholarly work on the epic Kitabi Dada Korkud.
- In 2007, he received the Pushkin Medal awarded by the Russian Federation.
- The "Great Cross" Cavalier Order was bestowed upon him in 2009 by Polish President Lech Kaczynski.
- Azerbaijan’s Shohrat Order was awarded to him in 2015 for his impactful contributions to education.
- He earned the "Gold Delvig" Prize in Russian Literature in 2016 for his story collection Platon Seems to Fall Ill.., published by Khudojestvennaya Literatura.
- In 2019, Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev granted him the honorary title "National writer" recognizing his cultural achievements.
- He was recognized as "Best Rector" during the 2018–2019 academic year following a social survey.
- Commemorative medals marking the centennial anniversaries of both the Azerbaijan Democratic Republic and its diplomatic service were awarded to him in 2019.