On the occasion of the 83rd birth anniversary of Utkir Hoshimov, a prominent figure in Uzbek literature and a People's Writer, an engaging test has been prepared to explore his life and creative legacy. This test allows readers to assess their knowledge of the writer's rich heritage, including his works and translations.

Utkir Hoshimov was born on August 5, 1941, in Tashkent. He graduated from the Faculty of Journalism at Tashkent State University (now the National University) in 1964. He began his career in 1959–1960 at the newspaper 'Temiryo'lchi'. From 1966 to 1982, he worked at 'Toshkent Oqshomi', and from 1982 to 1985 at the Gafur Gulom Publishing House of Literature and Art. Between 1985 and 1995, he served as editor-in-chief of 'Sharq Yulduzi', and from 1995 to 2005, he chaired the Committee on Press and Information of the Oliy Majlis.

His first work, a collection of essays titled 'Steel Riders', was published in 1962. This was followed by the novellas 'Desert Air' (1964) and 'What Will People Say' (1965). During 1973–1993, he authored novellas such as 'Listen to Your Heart', 'Twice Two Makes Five', and 'The Affairs of the World', as well as novels including 'Where There is Light, There is Shadow', 'Between Two Doors', and 'Lives Lived in Dreams'. His novella 'Spring Will Not Return' served as the basis for a film of the same name released in 1972.

Hoshimov was also renowned for his translations, bringing works by Ernest Hemingway and Konstantin Simonov into Uzbek. Additionally, he wrote plays such as 'Blessed Weddings', 'A Bit from You, a Bit from Us', 'Human Loyalty', and 'Repression'.

The writer was honored with the 'El-yurt hurmati' order and passed away on May 24, 2013. His literary legacy continues to resonate deeply with Uzbek readers today. By taking the test, you can reinforce your knowledge about this great creator.

Source: www.gazeta.uz