Essay from Zulfiqurova Muslima

THE ARAL SEA’S TRAGIC FATE

Rusted hulls of two large ships on dry land with only small rocks and tufts of grass. Camels rest under the ship's bodies.





     Hello, my name is Muslima, and I am from the beautiful and unique Uzbekistan. For those who have not heard about Uzbekistan, I will tell you briefly:


The Republic of Uzbekistan gained independence as a result of the collapse of the USSR in 1991, but despite this, Uzbekistan is a wonderful country with its ancient history, traditions, and world-famous scientists, but my story today is not about that. Today I want to tell you about the sad fate of the sea, which is located in my country.


      Once upon a time, there was a sea whose water was blue, transparent, wavy, and rich in fish. It was a source of life for many plants and animals. But as a result of the irresponsibility and carelessness of people, the water in it dried up, and only a third remained. The name of this unfortunate sea is the Aral Sea.

Light skinned gentleman in a suit speaking at a lectern about the history of the Aral Sea.


In the last century, the Soviet state, intending to turn my country into a large cotton plantation, inefficiently used natural resources, including water. As a result, the volume of water entering the Aral Sea decreased, and since the 1960s, it has begun to dry up. As a result of this ecological tragedy, many fish, animal, and plant worlds were destroyed. The salt that appeared on the site of the dried-up sea is carried away by the wind, causing damage to the environment and the atmosphere. In recent years, respiratory diseases have increased among the population (I think this is the reason for my allergic rhinitis). These salts melt even the snow on the peaks of the Pamirs and Tien Shan and destroy the country’s climate.


      Today, the preservation of the Aral Sea has risen to the level of state policy. Attracting the attention of many international organizations, several foundations have been created, but no matter how difficult it may be, we must admit the truth: it is impossible to return the Aral Sea to its former state. Nevertheless, our state and international organizations are doing a number of things to reduce the damage from this environmental disaster. To be more specific, saxauls are planted in the dry part of the sea. I will explain why it is the Saxauls.
   

  Firstly, saxaul is resistant to drought (I think everyone understood that). Saxaul (English Haloxylon) is a plant that, if it grows large, will retain 90% of the sand and will multiply by itself. In addition, it softens the ecosystem and provides food to many animals. In other words, there is no analogue of this type of saxaulization in the world. In addition to the saxaul, other drought-resistant trees are planted. This is the beginning of the second life of the Aral Sea, but this time not as a “sea,”  but as a “forest.”


      What I want to say to my peers who read my story is: Always be ready to answer for the result of each decision made and draw the right conclusions from the mistakes made in history.

      PS: If we protect nature, nature will protect us.

Diagram of reduced water levels in the Aral Sea over time. First aerial photo shows water, second one shows mostly arid land.

Poetry from Azimjon Toshpulatov

Central Asian teen girl with long dark hair, blue eyes, and a lacey white blouse posing at an angle, leaning to the right
Azimjon Toshpulatov

I'm gonna be happy

One day a flower will open for me,
The way will always be open to me.
It's always a fun day
I will be happy, believe me.

Spring will surely come for me,
Trees bloom early in the morning.
You can also have lunch at a glance at the flowers
 I will be happy, believe me.

A rose will soon grow for me Honey is really the happiest Summer is a big work for me I will be happy, believe me.

Ilhomova Mohichehra, 7th grade student of Zarafshan city, Navoi region, school No. 9.

Essay from Zeboxon Akmalova

Central Asian teen girl with a black headscarf, gray coat, and black top. She's wearing a watch and is inside a classroom building.

Analysis of the late book after Kimyo International University in Tashkent

Akmalova Zebokhon Akobirkhan

Primary education 1st stage student

Annotation: The article talks about the child’s hidden abilities and mental activity of education

Keywords: children, upbringing, attention, education, intellect, school

The author of this amazingly good book believes that kids have the ability to learn everything. He focuses on the enormous impact the environment has on newborns and offers simple and comprehensible learning methods that contribute to the early development of the child. In his opinion, all that adults learn with difficulty, kids assimilate without much effort. And the main thing in this process is to apply the new experience at the right time. But this “right time” can be understood only by the one who is always with the kid.

This book is addressed to all those mothers and fathers who want to open up new wonderful opportunities for their kids. 

Essay from Sevinch Nusratullayevna

Kindness begets kindness

Kindness is a quality that is often underestimated and undervalued in today’s fast-paced world. With the constant hustle and bustle, people tend to prioritize their own needs and interests, often leaving behind acts of kindness towards others. However, what we fail to realize is that kindness has a ripple effect – it begets kindness. In simpler terms, when one person is kind to another, it leads to a chain reaction, ultimately spreading kindness to those around them. This small act of kindness has the potential to make a significant impact and bring about positive change in our society.

First and foremost, kindness is contagious. When we witness someone being kind to us or others, it automatically puts us in a positive mood and encourages us to do the same for others. Research has shown that when individuals are exposed to kindness, they are more likely to exhibit kind behavior themselves. It’s like a domino effect, where one act of kindness leads to another, and the cycle continues. This is how kindness begets kindness.

Moreover, kindness has the power to alleviate negativity and promote a sense of unity and togetherness. In today’s world, where division and hatred are rampant, small acts of kindness can go a long way in bridging the gaps and bringing people together. Even the smallest acts of kindness, such as a smile, a helping hand, or a kind word, can make a significant impact on someone’s day. When we show kindness towards others, it fosters a sense of community and reminds us that we are all in this together.

Additionally, kindness is not just limited to actions but also words. The words we choose to use can either hurt or heal, and by choosing to be kind with our words, we can spread positivity and uplift those around us. A simple compliment or a few words of encouragement can do wonders for someone’s self-esteem and confidence. When we speak kindly, we create a safe and comfortable environment for others, making them more likely to pass on the same kindness to others.

Furthermore, kindness has a profound impact on our mental and emotional well-being. Numerous studies have shown that acts of kindness trigger the release of dopamine, a chemical in the brain that makes us feel good. It boosts our mood, increases our self-esteem, and reduces stress and anxiety. By being kind to others, we not only spread joy and positivity, but we also improve our own mental and emotional state, creating a positive cycle of well-being.

Lastly, kindness has the power to create a lasting impression on others. A small act of kindness can leave a long-lasting impact on someone’s life, and in turn, inspire them to spread kindness to others. It has the potential to create a positive ripple effect that can extend beyond our own communities and reach people we may never even meet.

In conclusion, kindness truly begets kindness. It has the power to create a positive cycle of compassion, empathy, and unity, ultimately making our world a better and happier place to live in. As individuals, we must strive to be kind to one another and make it a part of our daily lives. No act of kindness is too small, and it can make a significant difference. So, let us all be kind to each other, for kindness truly has the power to change the world.

Poetry from Makhzuna Habibova

My Love...

Your love is a pattern in my heart,
I found happiness in your presence.
"Love" - said my lady who put it to the tune,
Days without your words - that's enough!

I couldn't believe the separation
Your name is hidden in my sleepy thoughts.
From your heart - when it comes to my heart,
I couldn't find the courage to look.

Dear looks in this broken heart,
Sweet dreams are now a passion.
Without you, how hard it is to live!
The heart tells you, - nothing else!


✍
Makhzuna HABIBOVA
Student of Gulistan State University

Essay from Ibrahimov Saidakbar

Black and white photo of a middle aged Central Asian man with fading hair, a headdress on his head, a dark suit coat and tie and collared shirt and a few medals on his chest.

THE PERSONALITY OF GAFUR GULAM IS AN INDELIBLE IMAGE OF UZBEK


Ibrahimov Saidakbar
Tashkent State University of Law
Faculty of Criminal Justice
3rd-grade student


Today, we are informed about the work and life of the national poet of Uzbekistan, a great representative of our literature, academician Gafur Ghulam through school textbooks, various books, or mass media. However, it will be useful if we briefly dwell on the work of this artist and learn the necessary conclusions from it.


People’s poet of the Republic of Uzbekistan Gafur Ghulam was born on May 10, 1309, in the Korgontegi neighborhood of Azim Tashkent in a family of hard workers. His father Ghulam Mirza Arif knew the Russian language, read poetry, and wrote poetry himself. Gafur Ghulam was nine years old and his father died when he was fifteen. In these periods of his youth, our writer studied first in the old school, and then in Russian-Tuzem schools. After completing teacher preparation courses, he teaches in schools. Gafur Ghulam even works as a teacher in an orphanage and for some time as a director of such schools. At that time, the writer established relations with the publishers of various newspapers. He works in the newspapers “Kambagal Dehgan”, “Kyzil Uzbekiston”, and “Sharq Haqikatii”. The first literary activity of the poet began in 1923. He expresses his life
in the poem “Felix’s Children” written this year. The poet’s first poetry collection was published in 1931 under the name “Dynamo”, and in 1932 the second collection was published under the name “Living Songs”.


As everyone knows, world and Uzbek literature has many great representatives of prose and poetry. That is, most creators have their creative achievements in the same direction of literature, and some creators feel free in poetry, and others in prose or drama, and enhance their creativity. When we hear the names of Abdulla Qahhor and Abdulla Qadiri, we think of masters of the epic (prose) genre, when we think of the names of Abdulla Oripov, Usman Nasir, Hamid Olimjon, Muhammad Yusuf, we think of artists who have come to the public’s attention with their poems. Because someone was an
unwitting fan of one of their works, and someone was a fan of their poems. However, if we dwell on the name of Gafur Ghulam, we can think that the ideas mentioned above are somewhat inconsistent with his works. Because the creator skillfully waved his pen in both prose and poetry genres and left great examples of creativity in both directions, and each of them is worthy of admiration. In particular, anyone who is interested in Gafur Ghulam’s work is familiar with the artist’s work “Shum Bola” or “You are not an Orphan”. The author’s short stories and stories “Netay”, “Yodgor”, “Resurrected Corpse”, and “Shum bola” written in the 30s of the 20th century made a great contribution to the development of our national literature.

In many works of Gafur Ghulom, the true heroism of the people, humanity, and Uzbek nationalism are shown. Gafur Ghulam dedicated many of his works to the personality of children. The work “Shum Bola” is one of the successful works of the writer. In the play, the hero talks about his tragic life. The boy ran away from his house to his aunt’s house because of his mother’s punishment while taking the products out of the house. However, the boy is not lucky here either: he accidentally kills his uncle’s quail and leaves this house. Thus, he begins to be darbadar and trouble. The writer focuses on describing the worries and inner experiences of this child. Depicting external events, things and everything surrounding the little hero in the play serves to express human feelings deeply.


The events and scenes of the Second World War left an indelible mark on Gafur Ghulam’s heart. If he went back to his childhood in the years of the First World War and could not fully feel all the horrors and complications of the war, the artist considered the new war and those who provoked it to be his personal, bitter enemy. In these years, the poet’s literal works such as “You are not an Orphan”, “Gold Medal”, “Observation”, “Time”, “Missing”, “There Will be a Holiday on our street”, “I am a Jew” classical poems were born. In many of the writer’s poems, there is the image of an oriental sage – a father:
“You are not an orphan” (1942), “Grief” (1942), “One is a student, one is a master” (1950), “You are young people” (1947), “Spring Songs” (1948) and others.


The poet received the State Prize in 1946 for the collection “I Come from the East”, a collection of poems written during the war years. Gafur Ghulam was awarded the title of academician together with his creative friend Oybek for his great contribution to the development of Uzbek science and culture (1943).


Gafur Ghulam also used his pen effectively in the years after the war and created high artistic works; published several excellent articles on journalism and literary studies. His work appeared as a unique chronicle of the people’s life in this period. If Gafur Ghulam rose to the level of a philosopher-poet with his poetic works during this period, he also showed that he was a skilled writer who knew the people’s life and spirit well with his stories such as “Shum Bola” and “My Thief Boy”. Gafur Ghulam’s selected works, collections, and works in ten volumes have been published several times. His articles written as a scholar of classic and modern literature, his journalistic speeches on various aspects of life, feuilletons, and funny stories are warmly welcomed by the people, the poet is highly praised everywhere. would be honored. Gafur Ghulam was awarded the title of “People’s Poet of Uzbekistan” in 1963.


At the end of our speech, we should quote a verse from the author’s pen: Be as hardworking as the world, sooner or later,


With this, the poet emphasizes that movement means aliveness, that both the universe and the earth are always in motion, and he encourages our fans to move and live. In conclusion, we can say that during his life, the writer left an indelible mark in history with his life, his will, and his legacy equal to gold. Today, finding such works, even writing them, is a difficult task.


References:


1. Uzbek writers. Sabir Mirvaliyev – “Fan” publishing house – 1993
2. Naim Karimov, publishing house named after Gafur Ghulam, Tashkent-2003.
3. The spiritual and educational significance of Gafur Ghulam’s work. Scientific
conference. Tashkent-2003.
4. www.ziyo.net
5. www.ziyouz.com library

Essay from Shuhratova Shaxina

Older white man resting his head on his hands. Black and white photo.
Alexander Feinberg

This article is about a true friend of the Uzbek people, translator and poet Alexander Feinberg. His life experiences, works and translations are given in a concise manner to witness the true purpose of the poet’s poems and his charm.

Alexander Arkadevich Feinberg was born on November 2, 1939 in Tashkent.

He was born after moving from Novosibirsk. After that for the rest of his life he lived and created works in Tashkent. For several years, he led the workshop of young writers in Tashkent.

He was also considered a member of the Writers’ Union of Uzbekistan.

He was an extremely prolific creator. He has written 15 poetry books. Based on “Writers Scripts” feature films and more than twenty animated films are shot based on his work.

He translated epics and ghazals, poems of modern Uzbek poets such as Abdulla Oripov, Erkin Vohidov, Omon Matjon into Russian, and through this he allowed the people to enjoy the rare gems of our literature and served the development of friendship and cultural relations between peoples.

Therefore, all literature in our country, regardless of the language and nationality of the writer, deserves respectfully mention. The great Uzbek literature of the 20th century representative, Hero of Uzbekistan, famous poet Abdulla Oripov about him:

“As for the work of Alexander Feinberg, all the high words are one hundredth of the truth does not reflect part of it, because he was, in fact, a unique poet and translator. In Russian none of the writers who speak so much to our sunny country can sing a sincere song”

We can know from the writer’s attention that Alexander Feinberg has a unique place in the world of creativity and has deeply penetrated the hearts of the Uzbek people is a human being. The artistic world of the poet’s work is characterized by a harmonious combination of past and present, West and East, nationality and mutuality.

After continuously enriching his literary knowledge and vocabulary, he began to translate the works of Uzbek poets and achieved great success in the field of artistic translation. In this creative process, according to Zhukovsky, the works of the poets are being translated.

He strove to be a worthy “rival” rather than a “slave,” as he said in the poem “Rebellion of Souls” by the national poet of Uzbekistan Erkin Vahidov, in Tashkent.

Translations of works of Uzbek poets named “Oqqushlar galasi “were published. The collection is the double peak of Feinberg’s translation activity.

The poet’s poems have penetrated so deeply into the hearts of the Uzbek people that the mystery and attractiveness of the image, the brightness and clarity of feelings accompany the reader and make his thoughts wander for a long time. It takes you far away and fills you with deep thoughts.

To sum up, Alexander Feinberg has a strong affection for Uzbekistan. His love is incomparable, as is his loyalty, in introducing our literature to the world. Thanks to the great services he provided to our people, he became a great poet. His works nourish our spirituality, calm our souls, and bring peace to our hearts. So, do not honor such a person, his works do it for him. It is impossible not to read his work with love.

Shakhina Shukhratova is a student of Uzbekistan State World Languages University in Tashkent.