Konstantin Vanshenkin. Life for people

Probably, nowhere in the world there is such an abundance of talents, as in Russia. Perhaps this is due to the amazing qualities of a subtle and sensitive Russian soul. One of the unforgettable and bright representatives of the times of the Soviet and post-Soviet period was Konstantin Yakovlevich Vanshenkin. Remember the famous lines "I love you, life ..." or "Standing over the hill of Alesha ..."? Of course, the author of immortal texts Konstantin Vanshenkin is well familiar with everything. The author's biography is quite typical for a Soviet citizen, but all life is filled with creativity and inspiration.

The roots of talent

Poet Konstantin Vanshenkin was born almost a century ago, in December 1925, in an intelligent Moscow family. The boy grew up in an atmosphere of deep mutual respect and love. Constantine's parents were very fond of poetry, so poetry was often heard in the family. And because already at an early age the boy was seriously carried away by writing. It was then that the dream of a literary future was born.

But life is full of the most unexpected and sometimes terrible moments. Sadly enough, the Great Patriotic War for millions of Soviet people has become a dividing line between the past and the future. Any boy was ready to fight against a mad enemy - Nazism. That's just a very young, just had time to finish school Konstantin Vanshenkin went fearlessly to defend the Motherland from the enemy. He participated in several military operations and was demobilized in the rank of sergeant.

Of course, the events of those years left a deep bleeding trace in the soul of an impressionable young man. Therefore, in the works of subsequent years, many works devoted to military themes are being produced.

Creative way

After the war, many young people turned away from the earlier planned path in a noble impulse to devote their lives to the service of the Motherland. The boys were going to receive the profession of builders and machinists. So the world nearly lost its talented author. Immediately after the war, young Konstantin Vanshenkin went to conquer the geological survey department. But against nature you will not go. A year later, the creative nature of the future poet won a victory over reason, leading the young talent to literary education.

The poetry of Konstantin Vanshenkin was a reflection of simple and understandable experiences. Every Soviet person easily recognized in the characters of the works of himself and his family, a neighbor's boy and a blond girl, a Russian soldier. A simple and so close to the usual man philosophy of truly popular poems allows the poet's work to remain relevant to this day.

The works of Vanshenkin are in many ways a hint of autobiography. A significant influence on the work of the author was provided by his beloved wife - poetess Inna Goff. It was this woman who served as a source of inspiration for Konstantin Vanshenkin's love lyrics. And the last works of the author, written after the death of the beloved, are permeated with anguish and pain.

The main creations

The first poems of the author were published in 1948. But the first fame came to the poet in 1951 with the appearance of the poem "The Boy". It greatly touched the hearts of Soviet people, and therefore became the starting point for a promising author. During his life, the author was able to show the world several thematic collections, beloved the reader of his honesty and openness. He was also famous as the author of many masterpieces of songs Konstantin Vanshenkin. The verses that were reborn in the songs were filled with new meanings and found a response in any soul. The most popular for many years were songs written in close alliance with E. Kolmanovsky and Y. Frenkel, such as "Alyosha", "I love you, life", "Waltz parting", "Zhenka" and others.

It is noteworthy that Konstantin Vanshenkin was not limited to poetry alone. Already in the early 60's, a talented author began to try his hand at prose. So there were novels: "Army youth", "Avdyushin and Egorychev", "Big fires", "Decanter with a rooster". The author's stories also appeared.

Awards

Konstantin Vanshenkin lived a long and dignified life, which ended in 2012 two days before the 87th anniversary. The author remained in the memory of the admirers of his talent as a bright, intelligent workaholic, who, however, managed to conquer the most important peaks for the creator.

The poet and writer made an invaluable contribution to Russian culture and was repeatedly awarded with the highest state awards and orders. But the most important award, of course, was the recognition and love of the people.