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Alexander BrykovPoet, speaker, journalist, public figure
Date of Birth: 05.05.1947
Country:  Ukraine |
Content:
- Alexander Brykov: A Versatile Ukrainian Icon
- Career in Journalism and Radio
- Leadership at Radio "Dnipro"
- Literary Accolades and Recognition
- Poetic Publications
- Legacy and Memorial
Alexander Brykov: A Versatile Ukrainian Icon
Early Life and EducationAlexander Evgenievich Brykov was born into an intellectual family in the bustling city of Kherson, Ukraine. His mother, Maria Mikhailovna Brykova, was a teacher, while his father, Evgeny Afanasyevich Brykov, was a radio journalist and veteran of the Second World War.
Growing up under the guidance of his accomplished parents, Brykov pursued education with fervor. He graduated from the prestigious Kherson Pedagogical Institute in 1970 with a degree in Russian language and literature.
Career in Journalism and Radio
Brykov embarked on his journalistic career at an early age, beginning as an assistant projectionist in 1962. He quickly moved up the ranks, becoming a literary collaborator for the newspaper "Tekstilshchik" in 1965.
In 1980, Brykov joined Kherson's regional radio station, where he spent over three decades. He rose swiftly from broadcaster to head of the youth program correspondence network and later to senior editor.
Leadership at Radio "Dnipro"
From 2000 until 2013, Brykov served as the esteemed editor-in-chief of Radio "Dnipro," the flagship station of the Kherson State Television and Radio Broadcasting Company. Under his leadership, the station flourished, nurturing the careers of numerous renowned journalists and public figures.
Literary Accolades and Recognition
Brykov's literary talents first surfaced in his youth. He began writing short stories and sketches in the late 1960s, capturing the romanticism of heroic deeds and human dignity. As a poet, he gained prominence in the 1970s. His honest, unpretentious, and sometimes aphoristic lyrics resonated with bards and composers alike, inspiring the creation of songs such as "Pilgrim."
Poetic Publications
Brykov has penned seven poetry collections, including:"Time of C" (1996)
"Walking towards the Minefield" (1997)
"And in the Darkness, a Calling Flame" (1999)
"Whisper of the Monk" (2000)
"Fairy-Tale Soldier" (2001)
"Lady of the Manor" (2002)
"Red Line" (2003)
Personal Life and Family
Brykov's personal life was equally intertwined with his passion for journalism and public service. He married Tatyana Sergeyevna Brykova, a distinguished educator and journalist. The couple has three children: Tatyana, a television journalist and media expert; Evgeny, a journalist and editor-in-chief of the website "Favorite Kherson"; and two grandchildren.
Legacy and Memorial
In recognition of Brykov's immense contribution to journalism and public life in Kherson, a short story, essay, and poetry contest has been established in his memory. The "Call to Goodness!" contest is held annually on Brykov's birthday, May 5th, to honor his unwavering commitment to truth and social responsibility.
