Suleyman Stalsky

Suleiman Stalsky was a poet from the North Caucasus region, specifically from Dagestan. He was of Lezgin descent and was born on May 18, 1869, and passed away on November 23, 1937.

Stalsky's poetry was deeply connected to his Lezgin heritage and the landscapes of Dagestan. His work captured the traditions, struggles, and beauty of his people and their homeland.

The famous Russian writer Maxim Gorky praised Stalsky highly, comparing him to Homer, the ancient poet of the Iliad and Odyssey, calling him the “Homer of the 20th century.” This shows how much his poetry was respected and valued.

Stalsky’s writings remain an important part of the cultural history of the North Caucasus and continue to be read and admired today.

Legacy

A district where Suleyman Stalsky was born was named after him to honor his memory on the 100th anniversary of his birthday.