The article analyzes the artistic interpretation of world-

historical events of the Middle Ages in the two-part novel “Rise”

and “Ruler of the World” by the prominent Azerbaijani writer

Yunus Oghuz. The author vividly portrays the figure of Amir

Temur (Tamerlane) as a diplomat, a military strategist, and a just

statesman. The novel depicts diplomatic negotiations, military

stratagems, the construction of cities and defensive fortifications,

the activities of envoys, and official correspondence, presented

through various episodes, narratives, and scenesIn creating the

image of Timur, the author pays special attention to his charitable

activities in the field of preserving centuries-old cultural heritage

and developing science. It is emphasized that the storyline is

largely based on medieval chronicles, Temurnamas, and different

versions of Zafarnamas. The novel is significant not only as a

literary representation of the Timurid era but also as a valuable

reflection of medieval diplomacy, military-political relations, and

cultural life.

The article uses methods of comparative, biographical and

linguosemantic analysis. The conclusions and recommendations

propose upcoming tasks for scientists in the field of appropriate

and systematic study of the history of outstanding personalities of

Central Asia.