THE LITERARY LEGACY OF ALISHER NAVOIY: A RENAISSANCE POET OF THE TURKIC WORLD

Abstract

This paper explores the enduring influence of Alisher Navoiy, a 15th-century poet, statesman, and philosopher, who is widely regarded as the father of Uzbek literature. His works, primarily written in Chagatai Turkish, mark the apex of classical Turkic literature and establish a rich foundation for subsequent literary developments in Central Asia. This article examines his key poetic contributions, such as Khamsa, and his socio-political ideologies embedded within his writings. Furthermore, the study analyzes the linguistic, cultural, and historical significance of his works in the broader context of the Turkic and Persianate literary traditions.