Humanity's appeal to colors is a phenomenon related to ancient times, to symbols in folklore, and to people's feelings in accepting existence.

In this article, symbols related to color in the work of Nazar Eshanqul, their role in the realization of the artistic intention of the creator is given importance. Black color has also appeared in the titles of the writer's works: "Journey to the Kingdom of Darkness" (“Zulmat saltanatiga sayohat”), "The Black Book" (“Qora kitob”), "Night Fences" (“Tun panjaralari”). Metaphors related to black color and night are leading in these works.

Creative research in fiction also shows that the nature of traditional imaGES chanGES over time. It is explained that the black color, night, is not only the color of evil or ignorance, but can also mean the appreciation of goodness and the glorification of bright days in human life.

symbol, colors, story, plot, narrator, hero, narrator, modern.

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