ISSN: 2078-8134 (Print) | ISSN: 2790-7066 (Online)
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Founder and publisher of the journal "M.O. Auezov Institute of Literature and Art"
Chief Editor: Matyzhanov Kenzhehan Slyamzhanovich

The scientific journal "KERUEN" was founded in 2005 by the famous folklorist, academician of the NAS RK Seit Kaskabasov (registered on March 24, 2005 in the Committee of Information and Archives of the Ministry of Culture, Information and Sports of the Republic of Kazakhstan, registration certificate No. 5844-Zh.)
The founder and publisher of the journal is the M.O. Auezov Institute of Literature and Art. The purpose of the journal is to disseminate scientific information and attract new authors. The journal initiates discussions on the results of new achievements in the field of fundamental sciences.
Frequency of publication – 4 times a year (once a quarter).
Languages of publications: Kazakh, Russian, English.

Focus on the coverage of publications in the following specialties: humanitarian sciences

  1. Literary studies
  2. Art Studies

About the Journal

ISSN 2078-8134 (Print)
2790-7066 (Online)
Publication FrequencyQuarterly (4 issues per year)
Founded2005
Publication ModelOpen Access
Peer ReviewDouble-blind
Publication LanguagesKazakh · Russian · English
DOI RegistrationCrossref
PublisherM.O. Auezov Institute of Literature and Art
Editorial Office Almaty 050010, Kazakhstan,
28 Shevchenko Street

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Current Issue

Vol. 92 No. 3 (2026): Keruen
View Vol. 92 No. 3 (2026): Keruen
Published: 2026-09-30

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Literary studies

  • Transformation of Kazakh Children’s Games into Digital Format

    K.S. Matyzhanov, А.Қ. Mukhamediyar, N. Ozdemir
    17-30
    Abstract views: 144 | PDF Downloads: 80 |
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.53871/2078-8134.2026.3-01

  • Artistic Representation of Postcolonial Trauma in Contemporary Kazakh Prose

    D. Mulik, N. Magazbek, K. Madibayeva
    31-48
    Abstract views: 255 | PDF Downloads: 46 |
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.53871/2078-8134.2026.3-02

  • Existential Psychologism of Sh. Kudayberdiuly and L. Binswanger’s “Three Worlds” Theory

    Sh. Umbetayev, А. Temirbolat
    49-63
    Abstract views: 174 | PDF Downloads: 35 |
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.53871/2078-8134.2026.3-03

  • The Idea of National Liberation in the Poetry of A.Barmanbekuly

    S.M. Medeubek
    64-80
    Abstract views: 189 | PDF Downloads: 28 |
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.53871/2078-8134.2026.3-04

  • The Artistic Image of the Kazakh Steppe in K. Paustovsky’s Prose

    A. Isaeva, S. Ananyeva
    81-92
    Abstract views: 162 | PDF Downloads: 38 |
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.53871/2078-8134.2026.3-05

  • Folklore motifs in M.Magauin’s novel «Alasapyran»

    A.Z. Nurakbayeva, Zh.O. Mambetov, Y. Celik
    93-107
    Abstract views: 159 | PDF Downloads: 52 |
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.53871/2078-8134.2026.3-06

  • The plot-motif structure and textological features of the dastan “Qissa Bahram”

    S.S. Kadirkhanova, P.T. Auesbayeva, A.S. Kushkimbayeva
    108-125
    Abstract views: 86 | PDF Downloads: 31 |
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.53871/2078-8134.2026.3-07

  • A.Ybyraiymuly’s Novel “Uyalastar”: Historical Time and Psychologism

    B. Korganbekov, D. Kozhabayeva, Z. Kashkynbayeva
    126-141
    Abstract views: 179 | PDF Downloads: 24 |
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.53871/2078-8134.2026.3-08

  • Variations in the dastans about Atymtai Zhomart

    Zh. Rakysh, Т. Akimova
    142-157
    Abstract views: 166 | PDF Downloads: 29 |
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.53871/2078-8134.2026.3-09

  • Cultural heritage and issues of academic literary studies in the works of K.I. Satbayev

    A.K. Kalieva, B.B. Amralinova
    158-177
    Abstract views: 111 | PDF Downloads: 32 |
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.53871/2078-8134.2026.3-10

  • Intellectual prose by Y.Dombrovsky on the political turnings of the 20th century («The Collapse of the Empire»)

    R.M. Mussabekova
    178-194
    Abstract views: 57 | PDF Downloads: 33 |
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.53871/2078-8134.2026.3-11

  • Love lyrics by B.Babash

    A.A. Akbulatov, A.G. Nabi, N.M. Tukeshova
    195-214
    Abstract views: 156 | PDF Downloads: 31 |
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.53871/2078-8134.2026.3-12

  • Exploring the Archetypal Nature of Baktygul’s Character in M.O. Auezov’s Novella “The Events at the Karash-Karash Pass” in the Context of World Literature

    A.Zh. Bolsynbayeva
    215-130
    Abstract views: 83 | PDF Downloads: 29 |
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.53871/2078-8134.2026.3-13

  • Structural and typological features of snake-charming texts in the folklore of the Turkic peoples

    Zh. Saltakova, N. Mursalimova; А. Kenbayeva
    231-243
    Abstract views: 104 | PDF Downloads: 32 |
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.53871/2078-8134.2026.3-14

  • Genre paradigm and poetics of wedding ritual folklore (based on the folklore of Turkic peoples)

    A.B. Abdullina, A.Zh. Mukhan
    244-256
    Abstract views: 103 | PDF Downloads: 32 |
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.53871/2078-8134.2026.3-15

  • The totemic foundations of the dog image in Divan Lugat at-Turk: A mythological reconstruction

    D. Zhylkybayev, I. Dilek
    257-271
    Abstract views: 99 | PDF Downloads: 28 |
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.53871/2078-8134.2026.3-16

  • Artistic features of Zhusipbek Aimauytuly’s translation “Dameli”

    Г. Тоқтар, O. Abdimanuly, A.I. Tatibekova
    272-283
    Abstract views: 154 | PDF Downloads: 36 |
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.53871/2078-8134.2026.3-17

Art studies

  • T.Zhamankulov’s Acting Phenomenon in Contemporary Kazakh Theatre

    А.О. Mukan, Zh.E. Turmaganbet
    284-305
    Abstract views: 155 | PDF Downloads: 25 |
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.53871/2078-8134.2026.3-18

  • The study of cultural codes in the history and theory of fine arts and visual studies

    M. Kelsinbek, A. Kenjakulova, D. Sharipova
    306-328
    Abstract views: 186 | PDF Downloads: 29 |
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.53871/2078-8134.2026.3-19

  • The Art of Performance in the Scholarly Legacy of T. Bekkhozhina

    A.К. Omarova, A.Zh. Kaztuganova, D.A. Nurbayeva
    329-342
    Abstract views: 97 | PDF Downloads: 39 |
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.53871/2078-8134.2026.3-20

  • Exploring Archival Materials on the Life and Work of D.Nurpeisova

    B.Zh. Turmagambetova, A.N. Ulkenbayeva
    343-358
    Abstract views: 168 | PDF Downloads: 51 |
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.53871/2078-8134.2026.3-21

  • Artificial Intelligence as a Creative Tool in Generative Costume Scenography

    M. Zhanguzhinova ; t.kashaganova67@gmail.com, A. Altynbekova
    359-374
    Abstract views: 196 | PDF Downloads: 44 |
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.53871/2078-8134.2026.3-22

  • Management of Film Distribution and Exhibition in the Context of Arts Management

    А.U. Askarov, A.K. Moldasheva
    375-390
    Abstract views: 198 | PDF Downloads: 25 |
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.53871/2078-8134.2026.3-23

  • Kazakh Carpets: Artistic Heritage And Cultural Memory

    Y. Tursunova
    391-401
    Abstract views: 245 | PDF Downloads: 28 |
    DOI: https://doi.org/10.53871/2078-8134.2026.3-24
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