The Formation of a Story as a Genre in American and Uzbek Literature

Abstract

This article explores the evolution and importance of the short story as a literary genre; it reveals the development of the short story from its early forms in oral traditions, such as myths and legends, to its emergence as a distinct literary genre in Europe and America. The article examines literary movements and, it highlights the significance of artistic details and conciseness in writing short stories. The article shows a historical origination of short story development in Uzbek prose, illustrating the genre’s adaptability and its evolving narrative techniques across different periods.