The interpretation of Lithuanian language prohibition under czarist occupation in “Varpas” (1889)

In all times, the status of the Lithuanian language has been associated with the development of Lithuanian state and its people as well as with the changing historical factors. At the end of the 19th century, the intellectuals enshrined the ideas of statehood and freedom. The first Lithuanian newspapers “Aušra” (1883–1886) and “Varpas” (1889–1905) are symbols of the national revival. The aim of this research is to reveal the essence of interpretations published in the newspaper “Varpas” (1889) concerning the language prohibition policy in Lithuania.[...