Artur Alliksaar

Artur Alliksaar was one of the most unique Estonian poets of the 20th century – a writer whose work transcended the boundaries of his time in style, substance, and spirit. His poetry is free, multilayered, and linguistically bold – a meeting place of ecstatic zest for life, deep existential searching, and brilliant wordplay. Alliksaar defied conventions and ideologies; his work was a rebellion through language, in the name of spiritual freedom.

During his lifetime, Alliksaar published only a handful of texts, but his true impact came posthumously. The poetry collections released after his death hold a cult status in Estonian literary history. These are books that have inspired generations – they are read, quoted, and given as thoughtful gifts. His language is both complex and captivating, rich in rhythm, allusion, and light.

There is a certain mysticism in Alliksaar’s poetry – a fusion of philosophy, love, freedom, and daring. He dared to be different, and that courage still resonates today. His texts are not merely literature – they are experiences that linger in the reader for a long time.