SHUKUR KHOLMIRZAEV’S STORIES: THE DEPICTION OF LIFE PROCESSES AND THEIR PECULIARITIES

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In this article, the author pays special attention to the description of life processes in thestories ofShukurKholmirzaev and reveals theirdistinctivefeatures. Keywords:literary, creative, contemplative, tempting, banoras, paranji, velvet Shukur Kholmirzaev is one of our writers who made a significant entry into the world of literature at the age of eighteen. The writer's first creative work is directly linked to the genre of short stories. When talking about the analysis of any literary work, it is essential not to overlook thewriter behind it, as it is their personality that shapes theliterary world. One scholar once said, “A creator must write what they observe.” From this perspective, human thinking is extraordinarily rich. In fact, we use only about thirty percent of our brain activity. That is why literature needs human thought. For instance, let’s talk about dreams. People may dream of things they have never thought of or seen while awake. Sometimes these dreams are interpreted, sometimes they are considered miraculous, and at times, they even lead to temptation. After all, we do not deny that we dream, and we talk about it too. So, why should we not depict it in a literary work? It is part of human nature. In many cases, we see the writer’s work separately from the writer themselves. However, this can be attributed to the writer’s love for their work, which leads them to protect itfrom critical thinking. Kholmirzaev depicted life processes in his stories both as expressions of youthful and student romanticism and, on the other hand, as representations of the lives of diverse people from the Boysun district, showing struggles and changes in society and theirspiritual world. For example, his story “The Birds Returned from the Village” starts with the epigraph: *"The body was laid in the coffin, and a duxoba was placed on its head, a banoras paranji on its side.  Whatwould Zulfiya havesaid ifshe hadcome backto life?  By theway..."* [Selected Works,Volume2,page 61] There is a clear connection between the title of the story and the epigraph. This story is dedicated tothememory ofthewriter's mother, Oysha Omonova. Let mefirst summarizethestory and then proceed with theanalysis. The story begins with the main character, Habibullo, instructing his wife to bathe and dress his elderly mother, Xosiyat momo, in preparation for a veterans' gathering at the authorities. The event begins with a sermon by the imam in the mosque and the recitation of a sacred hadith from the“Saodat” journal. Thehadith emphasizes respect for one’s mother. Habibullo, as apious man, https://ijmri.de/index.php/jmsi volume 4,issue4,2025 409 takes this teaching to heart. He prepares his mother with care, dressing her in a black costume andmedals left byhisfather, reflecting the changes and complexities ofthesociety they livein. As the story progresses, Xosiyat momo shares memories of her difficult past, including her fears and the hardships she faced under the previous regime. She talks about how she once hid the order medals and otherreminders of the olddays. Shereveals herfears ofthe past and reflects on theharsh times, including themomentswhen theauthorities confiscated her father's horse. At the gathering, Habibullo worries that his elderly mother might be ridiculed, but he is moved by her ability to remember even the smallest details of her past. The gathering itself is a bittersweet reminder of the old days, and Xosiyat momo’s presence provides a glimpse into the struggles and changes of thetime. The story ends with a reflection on the transformations in society, symbolized by the return of the birds. The epigraph, which begins with the image of the coffin, symbolizes the inevitability ofdeath, but the return ofthe birds is ametaphor for hope andrenewal, just as changes in society bring bothloss and opportunity. In Kholmirzaev’s stories, the depiction of life processes is unique because the writer draws from his own observations. The writer successfully connects human experiences with the natural world, showing how humans and animals are intertwined. For instance, the fear and caution of birds when they sense danger seem to reflect human behavior in times of hardship. In the same way, Xosiyat momo's reflection on the past and her concern about how others perceive her are part ofthe broader human experience. Kholmirzaev’s works suggest that even inthe face ofdifficulties, there is a possibility for change and renewal. This is evident in his portrayal of the small details of life, such as the paranjis and the memories they carry. Through these vivid depictions, the writer emphasizes the passage of time and the inevitability of change, while also honoring the memories of those who lived through thosechanges. In conclusion, the title "The Birds Returned from the Village" carries symbolic weight, pointing to the cyclical nature of life and death, and the persistence of memories, much like the returning birds. The story not only portray