It's raining. When it rains, I have a lot of questions. Changed inside, Gentle winds. The rain doesn't stop, There is no sleep. Excitement in my mind, It hurts like hell. I wish he would stop now Rustling voices. Lek did not stop crying, Cry like a baby. These noises will stop, Chehra Khan puts flowers. Smallpox, tulip, rubella, Like flowers want.
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.
I leave you
I waited for spring with tears,
I have been patient with you.
How many days off do you need?
You enchanted me.
Soft gentle tone,
You will be happy if you drink.
You alone and alone are to blame,
Please answer me, I’m sorry.
Live in peace my dear
Knocking your heart out.
This is very interesting
Don’t find me near you.
The thinnest thread is pulled tight,
And did it crash?
An ax under your feet
You hit it yourself. ok I’ll go
You are the king of my heart
Excuse me, I’ll go by myself now…
HAPPINESS
Heal my sick heart
Follow your path.
my lover is alive
A witness is not necessary,
My creation is correct.
I hope you are the only one
I don’t look at others.
Even in the vortex of sad dreams
I swim, I walk, I don’t get tired.
My heart sighed, oh
Why the question, why do you ask?
Bathing in the mirror
Why wrap wires?
Don’t hold flowers, don’t wear masks,
Do not build a princess throne.
Darling, let me tell you this…
Your presence is HAPPINESS for me!
Tuliyeva Sarvinoz. She was born on November 8, 1999 in the Beruni district of the Republic of Karakalpakstan.
She graduated from Alisher Navoi Tashkent State University of Uzbek Language and Literature (2023).
She’s the winner of the state award named after Zulfia (2019) and a teacher of native language and literature at Shaikhontohur District Vocational School, Tashkent.
She is the author of the poetry books “Song of Peace”, “I am a Girl of Truth”, and “Morning Poem”.
CONFLICT AND PLOT HARMONY IN SAID AHMAD’S NOVEL “SILENCE”.
Abstract: This article describes the characters in the novel “Silence”, the similarities and differences in their characters. Information about the conflict and the subject is provided. Conflicts in the work are revealed through examples.
Key words: work, hero, conflict, plot, positive image, negative image, psychological conflict, social conflict, personal conflict.
There are many writers and poets who have gained their place in Uzbek literature and enriched Uzbek literature with their works. Among them, Said Ahmad left a rich legacy with his unique and unique works, and he won the hearts of readers. The works written by him are loved and read again and again. A person who has read will want to read again. In this article, we will try to shed more light on Said Ahmed’s novel “Silence” and the negative and positive images in it.
In the novel “Silence”, the ugly life of the leaders in the Soviet era, the lifestyle of the oppressed ordinary people, the Taliban who lived in Africa for many years under the pressure of the leaders, returned home after losing his wife and child, the womanizing chairman Mirvali, who is ready to do anything abominable for wealth and position, his father was killed and his mother was killed by Mirlvali. The fate of people like Azizbek, who was kidnapped, is told. The work perfectly reveals the evils of the stagnation period.
In the novel, the internal dramas of the Shura era, which seemed calm and peaceful on the surface, and the crisis of the regime are shown in all their tension and intensity. Almost all the leading characters in the play have a tragic fate. The novel is attractive with its simple, “free” style of expression.
“Plot (fr. Sujet – a subject, something based on) is one of the most important elements of the artistic form, a system of events in the work that are interrelated and consist of the actions of the hero. Plot is one of the characteristics of fiction, plot is present in all works, regardless of type or genre, but its manifestation largely depends on which type or genre it belongs to.[ D. Kuronov, Z. Mamajonov, M. Sheraliyeva, Dictionary of Literature, T: Academy, 2013].
At first glance, Mirvali, who appeared to be a good and positive character, was actually a negative character. In the village or collective farm, Mirvali had a hand in everything if there was any evil, dirty work… The main characters in the work are as follows:
• Taliban – the main character. Scientist. A man who lived far from his homeland for many years under the pressure of officials, returned to his home where he was born and grew up after the death of his wife and child, and “buried his happiness in the soil”, according to his mother.
• Mirvali is a friend of Taliban. Chairman of the collective farm.
• Zainab- Talibjan’s sister.
• The old woman is a 90-year-old blind woman, Talibjan’s stepmother.
• Azizbek is a young man whose father was killed by Mirvali, and whose mother Mirvali took as his mistress.
“The plot is the interrelationships of characters, contradictions, sympathies and antipathies between them, so it also invents, generalizes, and discovers the contradictions of life. Life conflicts are transferred to the work in the form of a struggle of expressed ideas, depicted characters, and moods, and it is called a conflict. [ H. Umurov, Theory of Literary Studies. T: Publishing house of folk heritage named after A. Qadiri, 2004. B-123].
Any kind of conflict can be found in the novel “Silence”. The characters of the work and the conflicting relationship between them are described very well. We can see it in the example of the conversation between Talibjon and Jayrona in the play. “Jairona was silent for a while. Then he sat looking at the far ceiling, deliberating whether to say what came to his heart or not.
– Won’t you be upset if I say something?
The Taliban said, okay, tell me.
– Brother Talibjan, you are a person who is not fit to fight and has no will. You are one of those who follow Tolstoy’s theory. Do you know? Tolstoy puts forward the idea of rising up against oppression. You once raised your head and became an earthworm. Your heart stopped beating for the second nod. Accepting fate, you are wandering in other countries. You are powerless to stand up against violence. Frankly, I don’t like you. A man should live as a fire. He should spend all his will, strength, and mind to prove that he is right. What are you doing, eh…” Jayrona waved her hand like a disappointed person.
The Taliban did not crack the ground and did not enter the ground. On one count, his words were true. Talibjan did not realize that he was living by his fate. He felt it at the same time. Jayrona told him this. [ S. Ahmad, Silence. T: Gafur Ghulam, 1989]. It is in this part of the work that we saw a personal conflict. The laziness of the hero of the work and his inability to fight for the truth are told to his face by the language of another hero.
“Conflict is the driving force of the plot. It is an element that determines its effectiveness, interest, and scope. Its different types are found:
1. Psychological (spiritual) conflict is the struggle of emotions, concepts (weaknesses and strengths) in the heart of the hero.
2. Social conflict is a struggle between the heroes of the work and the conditions in which they live.
3. Personal – intimate conflict – struggle between opposing characters, groups. These three types of conflict can be found in all novels, but the works in which psychological conflict is the leader (“Mirage” by A. Qahhor; “Treasure of Ulugbek” by O. Yaqubov) are always indicators of the quality of literature and leave a bright mark.” [H. Umurov, Theory of Literary Studies. T: Publishing house of folk heritage named after A. Qadiri, 2004. B-124].
The fate of the heroes of the work ends in tragedy. But we can learn that the combination of plot and conflicts is the tool that moves the work. We should also be among the people who fight for the truth and freedom, for the rightness in our lives. We would recommend others to read this work of Said Ahmed again.
1.D. Kuronov, Z. Mamajonov, M. Sheraliyeva, Dictionary of Literary Studies, T: Akademnashr, 2013.
2.H. Umurov, Theory of Literary Studies. T: Publishing house of folk heritage named after A. Qadiri, 2004.
3.A. Ulug’ov, Theory of Literary Studies. T: Gafur Ghulam, 2017.
4.S. Ahmad, Jimjitlik. T: Gafur Ghulam, 1989.
5.D. Kuronov, Introduction to Literary Studies. His work is published on www.ziyouz.com.
6.https://kitobkhon.com/oz/kitob/jimjitlik
Sarvinoz Tuliyeva
The owner of the state award named after Zulfia,
Teacher of native language and literature at Shaikhontohur District Vocational School
I WILL BE THE SEA I'm not a spring, next to a brook, I boiled out of the bottomless pit. The thousand-year road, the root of the jiks, I am wounded by the snowy mountains. I flowed around the rocks, Flower spears narrow spike. I will join the sea one day, Huge udder, filling cheese. I ride the rivers, Run along the rivers. You can't find a dream, it's the end A smile of happiness covers my face. I polish, polish stones, I think that pirate is wise. He sharpens his knife, My grandmother praised and showed me the grandfather. I overflow the rivers, Happy to turn into rivers. I spread joy around, Language sings of life. I'm in love, the sea is waiting I water crops on the road. Dear Farmer, My dear, come down and slow down. Joining in the fun again, I go forward screaming. Add and remove tributary children, My dream is to live in the sea. The rivers are muddy, I will reach my goal. One sip is life-saving I was a spring, I will be a sea. O'tkir Mulikboyev Primary education teacher, School 75, Koshrabot District, Samarkand Region, Republic of Uzbekistan
River Nature's impish thoughts manifested A sublime Pinnacle of lay bare thoughts A flower smiles when it rains For it will be drenched forever Into the autumn pal The dusk dawn lies peacefully The cat musk heaves a playful sigh When Aurora Borealis dream open A new sledge hammers through By the river upfront I cried a soothing honeybee For two more added beauty Has been my forte As the dying river died a peaceful death For autumn comes a decades musing high.
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This month, our contributors figure out how to make sense of the universe, piece by piece.
Alan Catlin renders lists and catalogues into a form of poetry, building up objects from their components, like a brick tower or a floral arrangement. J.D. Nelson crafts auditory and visual snapshots that can stand for and evoke an entire scene.
Soren Sorensen contributes mixed media alterations of reality and existential poetry on making sense of the universe. Mars Brocke’s mixed media artwork plays with reality and perception in a nod to Alice in Wonderland. His poetry, also surreal, evokes memories and states of mind. Martha Ellen conveys the psychological changes induced by benzodiapine medicine and the fluidity and vulnerability of the human brain and mind. Mark Young creatively defines concepts through descriptive words that once explained something.
Christina Chin and Uchechukwu Onyedikam’s collaborative haiku focuses on and thus highlights the value of noticing small and in-between moments.
Saidova Mahzuna outlines methods for learning and teaching vocabulary. Mo’minjonova Diyora highlights the benefits of continuing to read and learn throughout life. Sevinchoy Sanat outlines ways to enhance education through technology as Ibrohimova Durdonaxon outlines different areas to focus on when improving childhood education. However, sometimes the old ways still hold wisdom: Daniel De Culla relates a humorous tale of a modern woman who chooses to go with folk wisdom regarding her health. Gregg Norman presents a poem from the point of view of a character who’s living life to the fullest, with health benefits as incidental.
Noah Berlatsky muses on the identity of Spock and on what makes intriguing literary characters. Jacques Fleury reflects on his personal and cultural identity. Mesfakus Salahin speaks to life, death, and personal accountability, redemption, and the meaning of one individual life. David Sapp relates a tale of responsibility, honor, and mailboxes. Ranjan Sagar reminds us that others’ poor character need not diminish our own. Lilian Dipasupil Kunimasa addresses the tension between roots and wings, needing to fly free and wanting a stable nest, and reflects on the end of life. Paul Tristram speaks to personal growth, strength, and self-discipline while Sarvinoz Mansurova shares her family’s dreams for her and her own aspirations. Nigora Tursunboyeva’s short story celebrates adventure and finding one’s own way in life.
Gaurav Ojha reflects on how he will take nothing with him when he leaves the earth. Graciela Noemi Villaverde expresses the exquisite anguish of losing someone close to her. Engin Cir speaks to the grief, but also the indignation, of romantic heartbreak. Faleeha Hassan evokes the feeling of anxiety, being exposed and weighed down. Mykyta Ryzhykh conveys alienation, cold, and a halfway state between life and death.
Duane Vorhees speaks to creativity, sensuality, and history, evoking major and minor apocalypses that occur when people cannot or do not adapt to constant change. Taylor Dibbert reflects on how creativity can help him weather, if not avoid, his struggles. Z.I. Mahmud links the expectations of Samuel Beckett’s characters in Waiting for Godot to those of broader Western religious and cultural traditions.
Adam Fieled writes of our twin natures, the balance of masculine and feminine. Z.I. Mahmud examines the family relationships in D.H. Lawrence’s Sons and Lovers through a Freudian psychoanalytic lens. Karimova Sarvara Karimovna crafts an elegant and highly personal love poem. Kristy Raines speaks to the joy of a close loving relationship. Aytuvova Khurshida shares a love story that gets interrupted by life, but where the former partners always remember each other. Numonova Khonzodabegim poignantly shares the challenges and risks military families face.
J.K. Durick speaks to the harsh realities of aging and death and hunger, which can be eased, but not completely erased, by modern culture. J.J. Campbell’s poetry addresses aging and resignation while Dildora Toshtemirova reflects on the loss of a close friend or lover. Nosirova Gavhar’s short story combines two great human passions: love and grief.
Paul Callus and Christina Chin collaborate on a wide-ranging haiku collection evoking home, place, and time. Stephen Jarrell Williams captures many of summer’s varied moods in his haiku. Steven Croft watches a Civil War reenactment through the eyes of a modern veteran. Brooks Lindberg speaks to what we remember and what we forget, of grasping happiness despite reality. Rustamjonova Nodira celebrates the perseverance of Uzbekistan’s founders, leaders, and people, as Nuraini Mohammed Usman urges her society to carry out collective housecleaning and purge old enmities.
Murodova Sitora urges teachers to continue to learn and develop their skills and be accorded the respect and resources in order to do so. Abduraximova Muyassarxon relates how a dedicated teacher helped her regain her confidence. Rukshona Qiyomova outlines the many responsibilities of a teacher and the value of the teaching profession. Sevinch Saidova reflects on the value of education for personal development. Sushant Kumar highlights the need for teachers to serve as role models as well as impart intellectual information.
Majidova Sevinch pays tribute to the many dimensions of a mother’s love and care. Sobirjonova Rayhona offers a tribute to her sister’s care and friendship. Ilhomova Mohichehra takes joy in her friends and her lovely homeland of Uzbekistan.
Brian Barbeito revels in the easy intimacy of the conversation on a summer hike. Salokhiddinova Mohichehra examines the structure and function of nature close to home, the human kidney. Isabel Gomez de Diego contributes visual poetry of everyday life: dinner with family, a visit with a grandson, a tree in the yard. Kylian Cubilla Gomez takes closeup peeks at backyard chickens.
Sayani Mukherjee recollects a quiet morning outdoors under the blue sky, smelling the scent of trees with her child. Maja Milojkovic yearns for and finds reminders of her lover in every aspect of nature. Intizor Samandarova evokes the sky’s expansive emptiness in her poetry as Don Bormon poetizes about the vast variety of clouds.
However, nature is not always calm: researcher Les Beley speaks to the ecological impact of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Mahbub Alam describes the recent flash floods in parts of Bangladesh and the loss of life and property.
Farida Botayeva reflects on how quickly our circumstances and emotions can change. Ziyoda Murodilova considers how she will persevere in her life despite unpredictable feelings.
Finally, Christopher Bernard presents an old-style lyrical recipe for preparing hope in the kitchen.