SYMBOLISM IN ULUGBEK KHAMDAM’S SHORT STORIES
Abstract
This article explores the symbolic elements found in Ulugbek Khamdam’s short stories, focusing on how symbols contribute to the depth and meaning of his narratives. It analyzes recurring motifs such as water, light, solitude, and domestic spaces, showing how these elements function beyond their literal sense to reflect the psychological states, moral dilemmas, and existential themes within his stories. Through symbolic imagery, Khamdam conveys complex human emotions and the inner conflict between the individual and society. The article emphasizes that symbolism is not only an aesthetic device in Khamdam’s prose but a fundamental narrative strategy.
Keywords
This article explores the symbolic elements found in Ulugbek Khamdam’s short stories, focusing on how symbols contribute to the depth and meaning of his narratives. It analyzes recurring motifs such as water, light, solitude, and domestic spaces, showing how these elements function beyond their literal sense to reflect the psychological states, moral dilemmas, and existential themes within his stories. Through symbolic imagery, Khamdam conveys complex human emotions and the inner conflict between the individual and society. The article emphasizes that symbolism is not only an aesthetic device in Khamdam’s prose but a fundamental narrative strategy.
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