STYLISTIC FEATURES OF CHILDREN'S LITERATURE (IN THE EXAMPLE OF "WHERE THE WILD THINGS ARE" BY MAURICE SENDAK)
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Keywords

children's literature, Maurice Sendak, Where the Wild Things Are, emotional growth, imagination, rebellion, self-regulation, illustrations, symbolism, character development, themes of home, emotional depth, narrative simplicity, repetition, childhood, Wild Things, picture book, storytelling, emotional journey, fantasy, universal themes, childhood exploration.

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STYLISTIC FEATURES OF CHILDREN’S LITERATURE (IN THE EXAMPLE OF "WHERE THE WILD THINGS ARE" BY MAURICE SENDAK). (2025). "XXI ASRDA INNOVATSION TEXNOLOGIYALAR, FAN VA TAʼLIM TARAQQIYOTIDAGI DOLZARB MUAMMOLAR" Nomli Respublika Ilmiy-Amaliy Konferensiyasi, 3(1), 35-40. https://universalpublishings.com/index.php/itfttdm/article/view/9349

Abstract

Where the Wild Things Are by Maurice Sendak is a classic children's 
picture book that uses simple, yet deeply expressive language and illustrations to 
explore the emotional journey of a young boy named Max. The book follows Max's 
rebellious adventure to a magical land of Wild Things, where he confronts and tames 
his wild emotions. Through its balance of vivid illustrations, rhythmic repetition, and 
symbolic elements, the story conveys themes of emotional growth, the power of 
imagination, and the importance of home and belonging. Sendak's storytelling is both 
accessible to children and resonant with adults, making it a timeless work in the realm 
of children's literature. The book's stylistic features—its sparse language, emotional 
depth, and the interplay of text and art—invite readers to reflect on their own emotional 
experiences, offering a universal exploration of childhood imagination and selfdiscovery. 

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