Writer is a profession that is studied and mastered all his life. Someone from early childhood wants to express their thoughts on paper, some become masters of the pen in adulthood and old age. No specific rules exist. Writers are people who want and know how to talk to the world with a pen or typewriter. Professionals have their own day, in which they receive congratulations - this is March 3. From this article you will learn when this memorable date arose and how the holiday is spent in Russia.
The history of the holiday
World Writer's Day arose at the end of the 20th century. At the 48th Congress of the Writing Club, it was decided to establish a new holiday. Since then, namely March 3, 1986, this date has become memorable for writers from around the world. The holiday has become international.
Writer's Day, unfortunately, appeared very late. Oddly enough, the masters of the word were among people long before the advent of writing. In those days, their stories were not laid out on paper, but passed from mouth to mouth. Up to now, the names of many creative figures simply have not been preserved and have been lost. But without them, there would be neither modern authors, nor literature in general. For many centuries, writing was not considered a serious occupation. The authors did this for themselves. It was believed that selling works of art was a sin and sacrilege.
Who is celebrating Writer's Day?
This holiday brought together a lot of people involved in writing. On March 3, all writers, essayists, novelists, satirists, poets, playwrights, and others began to celebrate the writer’s day.
The author of the idea of creating a club of writers
As mentioned above, Writer's Day was established only in 1986. At that time, the 48th international meeting of all writers was held. Writers' congresses arose long before this memorable date. The PEN Club organization was created in 1921 in London. This abbreviation stands for "poets", "essayists" and "novelists" - in capital letters of words in English sound. In other words, all members of this club can receive congratulations on Writer's Day.
An organization uniting all writers came about thanks to Catherine Dawson. It was she who in 1921 decided to create her own club of like-minded people. The president was D. Galsworthy. And two years later, the first meeting was held under his leadership. After that, affiliates of the club were opened all over the world. Writers' congresses were held in 11 countries.
President Galsworthy has been in office for over 10 years. For all the time he did not allow the penetration of politics into the club. However, after the Second World War, a large number of opposition leaders, led by the Belgians, who came to power, appeared. The 1932 meeting was the last for Galsworthy.
Principles of Writers Club Members
Despite the fact that after 1932, Galsworthy did not appear in the club anymore, he managed to introduce a certain charter of 5 points, which all members of the meeting had to observe.
- Writers had to distribute literature as art. PEN members did not engage in journalism or journalism.
- Writers should not write to foment war.
- PEN is committed to maintaining friendly relations between writers from around the world.
- Club of writers for humanism. It applies neither to a state party, nor to politics.
However, during the Writers' Congress in Dubrovnik, some rules were ignored. In those days, all Europeans and Communists were expelled from the club. Delegates devoted to Hitler came to power.
Today, PEN clubs are already in 130 countries. The main goal is to uphold freedom of speech. This principle must be observed by members of the society from all countries that have signed the final resolution.
Writer's Day in Russia
In our country, this holiday is not so famous. He has a highly professional focus. But in recent years, more writers have received congratulations on Writer's Day. This is due to the fact that the Russian media are increasingly mentioning this date in their publications.
Typically, Writer's Day in our country goes unnoticed, but in recent years, interest in literature and creativity has grown somewhat. On the eve of March 3, 2015, a meeting of writers took place at the International Multimedia Press Center. There, at the round table, many important issues were discussed. March 2, artists, writers and writers spoke about how the Russian language affects the development of world culture.
Writers of our time more than others feel interest in literature in recent times, not without reason 2015 became the Year of Literature. This decision was made on the initiative of President Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin. He attended the Russian meeting of writers, which was held at the Peoples' Friendship University of Russia. There, one could personally ask questions to the head of state, which was done by students of different faculties. The main topic for discussion is the popularization of the Russian language abroad.
