ARTISTIC INTERPRETATION OF THE THEME OF WAR IN UZBEKISTAN NOVELS

This article explores the artistic interpretation of the theme of war in Uzbek novels. The authors portray war not merely as a historical event, but as a complex process intertwined with human psychology, moral choices, and social transformations within society. Through the works of prominent writers such as Oybek, Pirimkul Qodirov, and Erkin A’zam, the article highlights how the image of war has evolved, examining both realistic and philosophical approaches to its representation. The analysis focuses on literary imagery, stylistic features, and the thematic development across historical periods from a scholarly perspective. The theme of war became one of the major directions in Uzbek literature starting from the mid-20th century. The Second World War left a profound impact on the lives of the Uzbek people and was widely reflected not only in historical memory but also in literary creativity. Writers sought to depict different aspects of war, emphasizing human tragedies, spiritual suffering, and national heroism. This article pays special attention to the literary techniques used to convey the theme of war in Uzbek novels