The Modern Literary Process as a Factor of the Socialization and Integration of Russia and China (On the Example of the III Forum of Young Writers of China and Russia)

Abstract

The article is devoted to the historical analysis of the socializing and integrating role of literature and the justification of the need for systemic socialization management by the state. The thesis on the use of literature as a factor in the state ideology formation in our days is proved. The role of Soviet literature as an important tool of political socialization is revealed, its significant influence on the literary process and the formation of state ideology in China is emphasized. The dynamics of Russian-Chinese relations is considered in connection with the transformation of the literary process of the both countries. The modern stage of literary and political integration is considered on the example of the III Forum of young writers of China and Russia (Shanghai, 2019). The interpretation of the main Forum’s cooperation vectors and relevant topics is based on the experience of direct participation in the work of the Forum of one of the article authors. The conclusion is drawn about the integration potential of modern literature, its focus on the restoration of the traditional values of Russian and Chinese cultures, their interpenetration and optimal coexistence.

Keywords

• china
• russian-chinese relations
• literary process
• forum of young writers of china and russia
• integration potential of modern literature