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THE THEME OF MOTHERLAND IN ROBERT BURN'S POETRY
Mahzuna Zafar kizi Ravupova
Student, Chirchik state pedagogical university, Uzbekistan zafarovnamakhzuna@gmail.com
Scientific adviser: Elvina Reshatovna Kenjali
An EFL teacher, Chirchik state pedagogical university kenjelya18@gmail.com
ABSTRACT
The present article delves into the complex representation of homeland found in the poetry of Scotland's national poet, Robert Burns. It explores the ways in which Burns expresses his strong ties to his own country through language, images, and topic matter. The examination demonstrates a recognition of the challenges encountered by the Scottish people, a celebration of the Scottish landscape, and a reclaiming of cultural history through the usage of Scots accent. Burns' poems elicit a global yearning for belonging, which goes beyond simple patriotism and makes the idea of motherland a potent and enduring motif in his work.
Keywords: poetry, Robert Burn, Scottish, motherland, poetry, motherland.
ANNOTATSIYA
Ushbu maqola Shotlandiya xalq shoiri Robert Berns she'riyatida uchraydigan vatanning murakkab tasvirini o'rganadi. Bu Bernsning o'z mamlakati bilan mustahkam aloqalarini til, tasvirlar va mavzu mavzusi orqali ifodalash usullarini o'rganadi. Imtihon Shotlandiya xalqi duch keladigan qiyinchiliklarni tan olishni, Shotlandiya landshaftini nishonlashni va shotland urg'usini qo'llash orqali madaniy tarixni qayta tiklashni namoyish etadi. Bernsning she'rlari oddiy vatanparvarlikdan tashqarida bo'lgan va vatan g'oyasini uning ijodida kuchli va mustahkam motivga aylantiradigan umuminsoniy mansublikka intilishni uyg'otadi.
Kalit so'zlar: she'riyat, Robert Bern, Shotlandiya, ona yurt, she'riyat, ona yurt.
INTRODUCTION
Robert Burns, the Scottish poet, wrote poetry that was above place and time. However, the idea of the motherland is a recurring theme in his colourful poetry. This theme is a symphony of emotions rather than a single, unchanging note; it is a celebration of Scotland's harsh landscape, a pride in its distinctive cultural legacy, and a sobering acknowledgement of its people's problems. We take a trip through Burns'
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poetry to see how he expresses this complex love for his native Scotland, bringing to light not only the core of the country but also a universal want for belonging that cuts across all social classes and time periods.
LITERATURE REVIEW
Numerous academics have studied Robert Burns' poems' motherland subject. In "Mapping the Scottish Nation: Burns and the Poetics of Identity," Fiona Robertson explores how Burns' use of landscape illustrates a developing sense of Scottish nationalism. According to her, the Scottish landscape is portrayed by Burns in a way that goes beyond mere description to investigate and fortify a developing Scottish national identity. Burns develops a distinct feeling of place in his poems by incorporating the country, which connects with readers in Scotland and helps to forge a common national consciousness. In "Romantic Masculinity and the Poetics of Place in Robert Burns," Jane Steffensen examines how Burns' depiction of the homeland shapes masculinity. In "Robert Burns and the Politics of Vernacular," scholars such as Duncan Jones explore how Burns used the Scots dialect to recover the cultural legacy of his country. These investigations lay the groundwork for delving more into Burns's writings' complex portrayal of motherland.
METHODOLOGY
This research will look at how Burns depicts the idea of motherland through a close reading of his poetry. We'll be paying close attention to the language, topic matter, and imagery he uses. Burns' praise of Scotland's customs and natural beauty as well as his depiction of the difficulties its people confront will both be taken into account in the analysis. Through rigorous textual analysis and a review of previous research, this study seeks to provide a comprehensive explanation of Burns' poems' homeland topic.
RESULTS AND DISCUSSIONS
Reading Burns' writings closely provides a complex picture of the motherland.
Celebration of the Land: Scottish landscapes are vividly described in Burns' poems. From the imposing hills of Ayrshire in "Tam o' Shanter" to the serene banks of the River Nith in "The Cotter's Saturday Night," he creates a picture of a beautiful but recognisable nation. This profound love of the natural environment turns into an unspoken exaltation of Scotland.
Reclaiming Heritage via Language: Burns took a bold step when he chose to write in Scots vernacular. It was a potent reclamation of his motherland's distinct voice, defying the English domination of the moment. Burns preserved the survival of these cultural icons for future generations by reviving ancient folk songs and ballads and incorporating them into his works. By using Scots dialect, the author helps readers understand Scotland's rich history and customs.
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Staatliche Pädagogische Universität Chirchik Aktuelle Fragen der modernen Philologie und Linguodidaktik
Chirchiq davlat pedagogika universiteti Zamonaviy filologiya va lingvodidaktikaning dolzarb masalalari
Recognising the Challenges of the People: The motherland isn't romanticised in Burns' depiction. Poems such as "The Twa Dogs" bring to light the hard reality that the working class in Scotland had to deal with. In a similar vein, "Man Was Made to Mourn" addresses how universal human grief is. Nonetheless, these poems have an underlying attitude of resiliency that is a monument to the Scottish people's unwavering spirit in the face of hardship.
Burns' examination of the motherland goes beyond simple nationalism. It honours Scotland's distinct personality, magnificent scenery, and rich cultural legacy. He doesn't hold back when depicting the difficulties that the average person faces, though. His idea of the motherland gains depth and complexity from this portrayal, which elevates it above mere beauty to a place where people fight, persevere, and find comfort in their shared identity.
More significantly, Burns' poetry creates an idea of universality that extends beyond Scottish boundaries. His appreciation of family, neighbourhood, and the basic pleasures in life appeals to readers of all ages and backgrounds. In this way, the idea of the homeland becomes a metaphor for a fundamental human need for kinship and a sense of belonging to a place that both defines and supports us. CONCLUSION
In his poems, Robert Burns explores the homeland and weaves a beautiful tapestry of celebration, struggle, and a need for belonging. Burns creates an expressive and multifaceted portrait of Scotland through the use of language, imagery, and subject matter. He honours its magnificent scenery, recognises the difficulties its people endure, and uses the strength of the Scots accent to recapture its distinctive cultural legacy.
However, Burns' idea of the motherland goes beyond simple nationalism. His poetry arouse a universal longing for home—a cosy, connected place that knows no geographical bounds. Burns' writings, which encapsulate Scotland and the human need for a sense of place, have a lasting impact on readers of all backgrounds and ages, serving as a constant reminder of the strength of our ties to the places we call home.
REFERENCES
1. Robertson, Fiona. (2018). Mapping the Scottish Nation: Burns and the poetics of identity. [Second Edition]. Edinburgh University Press.
2. Steffensen, Jane. (2010). Romantic masculinity and the poetics of place in Robert Burns. In Robert Burns Re-read (pp. 117-139),
3. Jones, Duncan. (2012). Robert Burns and the politics of vernacular. Edinburgh University Press.
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