
Ahmet Hamdi Tanpınar (23 June 1901, Istanbul – 24 January 1962, Istanbul) was a writer and literary historian who produced works in poetry, novel, short story, essay, and literary history; he also served as a teacher, academic, and member of parliament. Born in the final years of the Ottoman Empire, he participated actively in the educational and academic life of the Republic; he is regarded as one of the key figures in literary instruction, university studies, and his own literary output, 20th-
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Nurten Yalçın

The White Train is a special train used by Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the founder of the Republic of Türkiye, for official and private journeys across the country from 1935 until his death. It is a historical transportation vehicle reflecting the importance placed on railway transport and modernization policies during the Republican era. Noted for its technical design, security measures, and diplomatic function, the most renowned component of the train—the Atatürk Carriage—is currently exhibited as
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Yunus Emre Sağlam

This Is the Final Chapter, O My Life is a work authored by Prof. Dr. Mustafa Kara and published by Dergâh Yayınları in February 2024. The book examines how Sufi culture was sustained in Republican-era Türkiye and the contributions of key figures of the period to this culture. In this collection of articles and analytical essays, Mustafa Kara explores the trajectory of Sufism during the Republican era and the prominent individuals who shaped it.Summary of ContentsThe book investigates how Sufi cu
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Muhammed Samed Acar

The Voice of the Field Bird is one of Mustafa Kutlu’s lengthy narratives that examine social transformation through the lens of the individual and the family, woven with historical realities. The novel depicts the transition of Anatolia’s nomadic culture to a settled way of life, while simultaneously presenting a broad historical panorama spanning from the late Ottoman period to the Republican era.SubjectThe story begins with Molla Murat, a bright and agile child raised in the mountains who cann
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Mehtap Ar (born April 6, 1957, Istanbul – died April 10, 2021, Istanbul) was a Turkish actress known for her work in theater and cinema. She appeared in numerous stage productions and films, often focusing on themes related to social and cultural life in Turkey. Her career was shaped by both formal training and a family background rooted in the arts.Family and Early LifeMehtap Ar was born into a family involved in literature, music, and cinema. Her mother, Aysel Gürel, was active in poetry, song
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Yunus Emre Sağlam

Founding and HistoryThe foundations of the Ankara Adnan Ötüken Provincial Public Library were laid on 25 July 1922 in the basement of the Ministry of National Education. This institution, which began service in the same year on 26 July under the name “General Education Library,” acquired the status of a compilation library in 1934. On 16 August 1965, it was restructured within the framework of the people library model and began operating as a modern public library. As one of the first libraries
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Meryem Betül Kaya

Müzeyyen Senar is recognized as one of the leading soloists of Turkish art music during the Republican era. Throughout her long artistic career, she contributed to the musical landscape of her time through both her voice and stage performances, pioneering various innovations.Entry into Artistic LifeSenar began engaging with music at a young age and quickly reached a wide audience by giving concerts in multiple cities. She introduced changes to stage traditions through practices such as organizin
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Miray GÜR
MuTürk and Islamic Works Museum is the first Turkish museum to encompass Turkish and Islamic art, as well as the last museum established during the Ottoman Empire. Its historical journey from its foundation to the present day, along with its rich collections and institutional identity spanning from the Ottoman era to the Republic, grants it a unique place in the history of Turkish museology.Foundation and Historical DevelopmentThe museum was established in 1914 under the leadership of Ürgüplü Must
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Peride Celal (1916–2013) was a writer who produced works in the novel and short story genres during the Republican period of Turkish literature. Her literary career began on 27 November 1935 with the publication of her short story “Ak Kız” in the magazine Yedigün. In addition to 17 novels and five short story collections, she published serialized works in newspapers. According to critics and the author’s own statements, her writing can be divided into two phases: in the first phase she wrote pop
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Milena Bennu CAN
LyAdalet Ağaoğlu’s Ölmeye Yatmak, published in 1973, is one of the significant works in modern Turkish literature. Roman is the first volume of the author’s tetralogy Dar Zamanlar and examines the identity crises of intellectuals during the Republican era, social transformations, and the alienation of the individual.Subject and Structure of the NovelÖlmeye Yatmak begins with the protagonist Aysel lying in bed with the thought of death, in a main room. This moment serves as the starting point for t
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Meryem Şentürk Çoban