The National Library, on the 100th anniversary of the birth of the personality of Albanian letters, Jakov Xoxa, opened today the exhibition “100th anniversary of the birth of the writer Jakov Xoxa”, with the participation of the granddaughter of the writer, Ajola Xoxa, the ambassador of the Republic of Kosovo, Skënder Durmishi, cultural personalities, academics, researchers, writers, publishers, lecturers and students of the Faculty of History and Philology, as well as other guests.

The director of the National Library, Piro Misha, while evaluating the writer’s contribution to Albanian literature, emphasized that “this exhibition aims to build the journey of Jakov Xoxa’s creativity from his first poem, at the age of 19, in the newspaper “Tomori” , his complete works up to the latest studies on his work”.

While the Minister of Culture, Elva Margariti, expressed on social networks that the work of Jakov Xoxa should not be forgotten, but should be passed on to the new generation.

“Many have written about the North, others about the South, many about Tirana and Korça, while Jakov Xoxa with the novel “Dead River” immortalized the gentle and hospitable musketeers, adding to the gallery of characters in Albanian literature. Jakov Xoxa carved an epic work about love for man, love for life,” writes minister Margariti.

The open exhibition at the National Library will remain open to all visitors until May 30, 2023.

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