COMPARATIVE TYPOLOGICAL ANALYSIS OF MYTHOLOGICAL NOVELS IN 20TH CENTURY ENGLISH AND UZBEK CHILDREN'S LITERATURE

Abstract

In the literature of all nations, it is observed that myths, legends, and fairy tales embody the way of life and characteristics of the nation. Mythological images have been widely used in English and Uzbek literature for centuries in oral and written literary samples. This article presents a comparative typological analysis of mythological novels within 20th-century English and Uzbek children's literature. It examines the characteristics of the genre, including common themes, character archetypes, narrative structures, and the use of mythological elements. The study highlights the influence of distinct cultural contexts and literary traditions on the representation of mythology in these two literary landscapes, exploring both similarities and differences. Furthermore, it discusses the pedagogical significance of mythological novels in shaping children's understanding of cultural heritage, moral values, and imaginative development.