Folklore style in Azerbaijani children’s literature of the early 20th century

In the early 20th century, the enlightenment movement in Azerbaijan expanded
significantly, providing a strong impetus for the emergence and development of children’s
literature in the country. The educators and writers of that period made invaluable contributions
to the process of national self-consciousness through their literary creativity. By drawing on
various genres and themes from Azerbaijani folklore, they created some of the most notable
examples of children’s literature. Enduri...