THE IMAGE OF MOTHER IN WORLD LITERATURE
Keywords:
mother, ultural and literary,, historical, philosophical contextsAbstract
This paper seeks to examine the image of the mother in world literature through a comparative lens, tracing its evolution from ancient to contemporary times. By analyzing key works from diverse traditions—including European, Asian, African, and American literatures—this study aims to highlight both the universal and culturally specific aspects of the maternal figure. Such an investigation not only deepens our understanding of literature but also reveals the profound symbolic and ethical significance that motherhood continues to hold in human consciousness.
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