LITERARY DEVICES IN KHUDOYBERDI TUKHTABOYEV`S RIDING THE YELLOW GIANT
Keywords:
literary devices, metaphor, symbolism, children’s literature, Khudoyberdi Tukhtaboyev, imagination, moral educationAbstract
This article examines the use of literary devices in Khudoyberdi Tukhtaboyev’s well-known work Riding the Yellow Giant, which holds an important place in Uzbek children’s literature. The study focuses on how figurative language contributes to the artistic value and educational impact of the text. Particular attention is given to metaphor, symbolism, hyperbole, personification, imagery, humor, and irony. Through these devices, the author successfully portrays the psychological world of a child while conveying moral and social values in an indirect yet effective manner. The analysis shows that Tukhtaboyev’s skillful use of literary devices enhances reader engagement, stimulates imagination, and supports moral development. As a result, Riding the Yellow Giant remains a timeless and influential work in children’s literature
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