HUMOROUS STORIES OF NASREDDIN AFANDI IN AFGHAN LITERATURE FOLKLORE AND THE ARTISTIC DEPICTION TECHNIQUES IN THEM

Abstract

This article explores one of the most prominent genres of Afghan folklore, the humorous stories of Nasreddin Afandi, specifically focusing on his stories "The Glasses" and "Mulla Nasreddin's Robe." During the research of these humorous stories, two significant differences can be observed. The first difference lies in the contrast between the society living in comfort and the people enduring hardship, as the humor in these stories ridicules the lifestyle of those enjoying luxury while sharply pointing out the problems existing in society.

Keywords

Afghan folklore, humor, emotional experiences, literature, folklore, proverbs.