Analysis of the narrative motifs in the Nart epic and the Adyghe tales

The article focuses on the study of the intersections and differences in the narrative motifs of the Nart epic and the Adyghe tales, which reflect historical and heroic events. The study emphasizes the mythological foundation of these works, analyzing their narrative structures and cultural contexts. The main goal of the article is to identify the common and distinctive features between the two genres of the Adyghe oral tradition, in order to better understand their historical and cultural significance. The article involves the use of various textual analysis methods, which will allow us to identify not only the content, but also the deep meanings hidden in these narratives. The idea behind the article is to explore how the rich oral tradition of the Adyghe people reflects their cultural values and historical memory through narrative motifs. The main problem addressed in the article is the lack of a comprehensive analysis of the narrative motifs in the Nart epic and the Adyghe tales, which would reflect both their mythological foundation and historical contexts. The relevance of the study lies in the need to understand the cultural heritage of the Adyghe people and its significance in modern society. The purpose of the study is to identify the similarities and differences in the narrative motifs of the Nart epic and the Adyghe tales. The objectives of the study are: 1. To conduct a comparative analysis of the narrative motifs. 2. To explore the mythological basis of both genres. 3. To analyze the influence of historical events on the formation of plots. Despite their shared roots, the Nart epic and the Adyghe tales have unique features that reflect the specific historical and cultural context of each genre. In this article, we have explored the similarities and differences in their narrative motifs, which provide insights into how mythology and history intertwine in these works. We have examined how different narrative structures shape perceptions of heroes, their exploits, and moral values, as well as how they reflect historical events and social realities.

narrative motives, The Nart epic, the Adyghe Historical and Heroic Epic, The legends, mythological motifs, Comparative analysis, genre features, the adyghe culture, intersections and differences, historical events