The Use of Landscape Description in Abdulla Qodiriy’s Novel “By Gone Days”

This article examines the artistic function and role of landscape descriptions in Abdulla Kodiriy’s novel Bygone Days, one of the first examples of Uzbek national prose. Through an analysis of natural imagery and environmental descriptions, the study reveals how the author uses landscape as a narrative device to reflect characters' emotions, national identity, and historical context. The research highlights the significance of landscape imagery in shaping the aesthetic structure and ideological content of the novel.