Traces of Steinbeck in Uzbek Literature: Odil Yoqubov’s “Goodness”: Toward an Uzbek-American Literary Dialogue

Key Points

• This article examines the influence of Steinbeck's techniques on Yoqubov's work, exploring their thematic connections.
• Comparative literary analysis of Yoqubov's 'Goodness' with Steinbeck's 'The White Quail' and 'The Chrysanthemums'.
• Identification of thematic similarities, including symbolism and gender relations.
• Analysis of narrative perspectives and spatial poetics in both authors' works.
• Identified shared themes and techniques between Steinbeck and Yoqubov, particularly in symbolism and point of view.
• Highlighted the ironic use of symbolism in both authors' narratives.
• Demonstrated parallels in how gender relations are portrayed in their stories.

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