"Alpomish" Epic — the Historical Roots of Uzbek Folkloristics
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Alpomish and World Epics, Epic Versions and Variants, Text of the Epic, Evolution of the Alpomish Character, Interpretations of the Characters Barchin, Qaldirg'och and Boychibor, Artistic Devices in the WorkAbstract
In the epic "Alpomish," the central plot of heroic epics revolves around the warrior's struggle and heroic deeds for the sake of his motherland and his honor. The hero defeats the enemy forces or their strongest warriors alps. This victory serves as a foundation for tribes to unite around the hero and creates the basis for statehood. The hero is an embodiment of immense power, courage, and bravery. He possesses a strength capable of deciding the fate of an entire nation or army. Through his character, the might of the Uzbek people is manifested. All of these attributes are personified in the image of Alpomish.
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