THE UNIVERSAL HEARTBEAT OF THEMES IN O‘TKIR HOSHIMOV’S THE AFFAIRS OF THE WORLD

Abstract

This article explores the thematic depth and philosophical underpinnings of O‘tkir Hoshimov’s seminal "novel in stories," Dunyoning Ishlari (The Affairs of the World), within the context of its English translation. By analyzing the work’s transition from a cornerstone of Uzbek literature to a piece of world literature, the study identifies three primary ideological pillars: the sacralization of motherhood, the intersection of individual destiny with national history, and the existential philosophy of transience. The analysis demonstrates how Hoshimov utilizes the intimate space of the home to reflect the socio-political upheavals of the 20th century, specifically the impacts of World War II and the Soviet era on Central Asian family structures. Furthermore, the article examines how the translation bridges cultural gaps, making the "Uzbek Mother" a universal archetype of unconditional love and moral resilience. Ultimately, the work argues that The Affairs of the World transcends its regional origins by addressing the universal human experiences of grief, memory, and the inevitable cycle of life.