The novel “O‘tkan Kunlar” (Bygone Days) by Abdulla Qodiriy represents a milestone in Uzbek literature, notable for its linguistic richness and cultural depth. Its language reflects a transitional stage between classical Chagatai literary traditions and the emerging modern Uzbek literary language of the early 20th century. Qodiriy masterfully blends archaic poetic expressions with colloquial speech, creating a vivid, accessible narrative style. The novel’s rich vocabulary—drawing from Arabic, Persian, and Turkic-Uzbek elements—conveys both historical authenticity and national identity. Realistic dialogues further enhance character development and provide a window into the sociolinguistic environment of the period. These linguistic features not only elevate the artistic value of the work but also document the evolution of the Uzbek language and literature.

O‘tkan Kunlar, Abdulla Qodiriy, Uzbek literature, linguistic features, Chagatai, modern Uzbek language, vocabulary, dialogues, realism, cultural identity

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