Portrait description as an artistic element in the poetics of t. Sydykbekov’s novels “The Road” and “The Passes of Life”

Abstract

This article notes that portrait description, as an artistic element in the poetics of a literary work, is one of the main means of revealing a character’s personality, as well as influencing the development of events and the plot structure of the work. It is emphasized that the portrait, being an integral part of the artistic world, reflects not only the character but also the author’s views on society and the era, and is also an important component of the poetic structure of the literary text. It is pointed out that portrait description is not limited to merely acquainting the reader with the character, but also reveals his inner world, his place in society, and the author’s perspective on him. The article also notes that the portrait is a picture painted with words, which simultaneously carries a symbolic and semantic load. In the poetics of T. Sydykbekov’s novels The Road and The Passes of Life, portrait description is regarded as a significant artistic element. Its functions in revealing the characters’ images are highlighted, as well as its role in reflecting national, social, and psychological aspects.