RIDING THE YELLOW GIANT BY KHUDOYBERDI TO‘XTABOYEV

Abstract

This article analyzes Khudoyberdi To‘xtaboyev’s famous children’s novel “Riding the Yellow Giant”, one of the cornerstones of modern Uzbek children’s literature. The novel combines elements of fantasy and realism to reflect the moral, cultural, and emotional world of children. Through the character of Hoshimjon and his encounters with the symbolic figure of the Yellow Giant, To‘xtaboyev explores themes of good versus evil, truth versus falsehood, and courage versus fear. The story not only entertains but also conveys important moral lessons rooted in Uzbek culture, such as honesty, kindness, and respect for elders.