Renowned Kurdish-Iranian writer Mansour Yaghouti passes away at 76
Yaghouti's literary style earned him the title of "Iranian Anton Chekhov" among his contemporaries, reflecting his masterful use of short, poignant sentences and authentic storytelling.
ERBIL (Kurdistan24) – Esteemed Kurdish-Iranian writer Mansour Yaghouti, known for his influential contributions to Persian literature, passed away at the age of 76. Yaghouti, who had been battling cancer for the past year, died at home on Saturday after receiving hospital treatment, according to IRNA news agency.
Born on Jan. 25, 1948, in the village of Kiveh Nan in Sonqor county, Kermanshah province, Yaghouti was affectionately known by his nickname ‘Gol Bakhi.’ He rose to prominence in the 1940s and 1950s, crafting captivating short stories and novels that left a lasting impact on Iranian literature.
Yaghouti's literary style earned him the title of "Iranian Anton Chekhov" among his contemporaries, reflecting his masterful use of short, poignant sentences and authentic storytelling. His works, deeply rooted in realism, highlighted the lives and struggles of ordinary people, a hallmark of his unique and influential voice.
Among his celebrated works are The Song of the Mountain, Stories of the Deer of the Valley, Tales of the Zagros, The Yarsan Ritual in Kurdish Mythology, The Epic of Babak Khorramdin, Peasants, and Legends of Kurdish Villagers. His repertoire also includes A Light Above the Mountain Mare, Memorable Years, and With the Children of Our Own Village.
Yaghouti's literary contributions extend beyond fiction, encompassing extensive research papers and essays on Kurdish culture and mythology. His work, characterized by originality and depth, continues to inspire generations of writers and readers across Iran and beyond.
The passing of Mansour Yaghouti marks the end of an era in Persian literature, but his legacy endures through his stories, which remain an integral part of Iran’s cultural and literary landscape.
