The literary environment of Karabakh in the 19th century: features, development and influence

The literary life of Karabakh in the 19th century is an important aspect of the cultural heritage of the region, which found itself at the crossroads of many civilizations. This period was a time of turbulent changes in socio-political and cultural life, which also affected the literary environment. Both local writers and poets and external factors, including the influence of Persian, Turkish and Russian cultures, played a major role in the development of Karabakh literature. Karabakh, like many other regions of the Caucasus, was subject to political and cultural influences, which led to the emergence of a unique literary tradition that combined elements of Persian and Ottoman cultures, as well as the Russian literary tradition at the end of the century. This article will examine how the literary environment of Karabakh developed in the 19th century, what themes and genres were predominant, as well as the influence of external factors on the literature of the region.