Abstract
Analysis of the Spaces Used in Gabit Musirepov’s “Yassi Burun”
Abstract
Space is often considered a fundamental element in narrative structures and is typically examined as a backdrop for events in literary works. However, spaces in stories should not merely be seen as structural components of the narrative. A closer examination reveals that the spaces used in texts serve various functions beyond just providing a physical setting. In a narrative, spaces contribute to shaping characters' inner worlds and the development of events. Generally, space in a story reflects the environment where the events take place, influencing the flow of the narrative in both positive and negative ways, guiding and providing symbolic value.
To understand spaces as reflections of human-environment relationships, a multidimensional assessment is necessary. This study will analyze the spaces identified in Gabit Musirepov's "Yassi Burn," a work of Kazakh literature, under the categories of symbolic, environmental, expansive, and supportive spaces. The study will evaluate the values expressed by these spaces in the author’s work, the perception the author aims to create in the reader, the representation of belonging through the spaces used, and how these spaces reflect freedom, ownership, and self-expression in the characters. Additionally, the reasons behind the author's selection of spaces will be discussed, and a final evaluation will be made in the context of space-identity interaction.
Keywords
Keywords: Turkish World Literature, Kazakh Literature, Gabit Musirepov, Yassi Burn, Space-Identity.