LINGVOCULTUROLOGICAL ANALYSIS OF MODERNITY AND TRADITION IN THE WORKS OF MUROD MUHAMMAD DO‘ST

Abstract

This thesis explores the lingvoculturological dimensions of modernity and tradition in the literary works of Murod Muhammad Do'st, a prominent Uzbek writer whose prose bridges post-Soviet societal transformations with deep-rooted cultural heritage. Through a detailed analysis of linguistic elements, cultural motifs, and narrative structures in selected novels and stories, the study reveals how Do'st employs irony, symbolism, and satirical techniques to depict the tensions between contemporary social changes—such as urbanization, moral crises, and identity shifts—and traditional values rooted in Islamic philosophy, national pride, and folk traditions. The research highlights the role of language as a cultural artifact that reflects Uzbekistan's transition from ideological constraints to independence-era self-reflection, emphasizing spiritual maturity amid alienation and existential questioning. By integrating lingvoculturological frameworks, the thesis demonstrates Do'st's contribution to modern Uzbek literature as a synthesis of global literary influences and local an'anaviy (traditional) elements, offering insights into broader Central Asian cultural dynamics.