Maksym Rylsky in the secret documents of the bolshevik government

Abstract

Background. Maksym Rylsky was an outstanding Ukrainian poet whose work was shaped by the harsh ideological pressure of Soviet rule. This article examines his life and creative path, particularly the periods of suspicion and repression due to his alleged nationalist sentiments, as well as his forced conformity within the framework of socialist realism.

Methods. During the study, the methods of analysis, synthesis, generalisation comparative-historical and the descriptive methods were used.

Results. Archival documents are analysed that testify to the constant control of the special services and ideological conflicts surrounding his work. Particular attention is paid to the influence of the political situation on the poet's artistic and public performances, his position during the Second World War, and ideological criticism from Soviet officials.

С onclusions. Based on archival materials, the civic courage and creative genius of Rylsky are revealed, who, despite external pressure, preserved his national identity and made a significant contribution to the development of Ukrainian literature in the 20th century.