ON WRITERS` INDIVIDUAL STYLES IN THE USE OF PUNCTUATION IN LITERATURE

Abstract

This article explores the topic of writers' individual styles in the use of punctuation in English and Uzbek literature; first provides an overview of the role of punctuation in literature and how it can shape the meaning and style of a text. It then examines the unique punctuation styles of prominent English and Uzbek writers, including Virginia Woolf, William Faulkner, Abdullah Qodiriy, and Hamid Ismailov, Erkin Vohidov. The article also delves into how the use of punctuation in literature can be both creative and conventional. Some writers may use more unconventional punctuation to convey emotion and rhythm, while others may use more standard punctuation to convey clarity and precision. Additionally, the ways in which writers' use of punctuation can influence the reader's interpretation of a text, including tone, mood, and pacing are also investigated. Through its analysis of English and Uzbek literary works, it aims to deepen readers' understanding and appreciation of how writers' individual styles in the use of punctuation can shape the meaning and impact of a literary work. By examining the unique punctuation styles of both English and Uzbek writers, readers can gain insights into the broader cultural and linguistic contexts that shape these styles, as well as the creative and technical aspects of writing that contribute to the creation of literary masterpieces.