THE ROLE OF GERMAN LANGUAGE FOR POPULARIZATION OF T.G. SHEVCHENKO’S WORKS (THE SECOND HALF OF THE XIX – THE BEGINNING OF THE XX CENTURY)

Abstract

The role of German language for popularization of T.G. Shevchenko’s works is considered. The period of investigation – the second half of the XIX – the beginning of the XX century. The great importance of German language for popularization in Europe is stressed. Some studies which are connected with evaluation of poet’s works and of translation of his works are analyzed. The opinion of various researches is presented. The connection of the study with the modern life is shown. In the investigated period the considerable spreading of T.G. Shevchenko’s works in Europe is observed. The prominent persons
stressed the high value of poet’s works. In conclusion the author stresses the role of translation for the development of intercultural communication. Attempts to create new forms of translation are observed during this period.