Abstract
Kadyr Myrza Ali is a prominent figure in Kazakh poetry who established the national spirit through artistic expression and closely integrated his creative worldview with the life and consciousness of the people. The distinctive feature of the poet’s work lies in his ability to artistically represent national identity by combining folk worldview and everyday rural life with profound philosophical reflection. His poetry comprehensively depicts the socio-psychological image of Kazakh society, its behavioral characteristics, and its spiritual development. The poetic language of Kadyr Myrza Ali is rooted in the folk lexical heritage shaped within the rural environment. Through poetic representation of national history, culture, and traditional ways of life, the poet constructs the national character by means of the village space. From this perspective, his creative legacy can be regarded as the artistic pinnacle of Kazakh village poetry. For the poet, the village is not merely a geographical location but a guardian of national spirit, traditions, language, and worldview. In Kadyr Myrza Ali’s poetry, village life encompasses all stages of human existence—from childhood to old age. The life path of individuals, along with the ethical norms and psychological states of rural people, is portrayed with authenticity and artistic depth. This quality enhances the educational and cognitive value of the poet’s works, linking village poetry with the principles of national pedagogy. Notably, his poems written for children clearly reflect the ideals of national upbringing, morality, and humanistic values. The poet’s works vividly depict the natural landscapes of the Kazakh steppe and the essential elements of rural life. Steppe reliefs, summer and winter pastures (zhailau and kystau), livestock, yurts, national games, and traditional customs become central symbols of village poetry. These artistic details reveal the historical memory and cultural of the Kazakh people, presenting the village as a spiritual space where national values are continuity concentrated.