The Poets and Poetry of Turkey is a comprehensive book that explores the rich literary tradition of Turkey. Written by E. J. W. Gibb, a renowned scholar of Turkish culture and language, the book provides a detailed analysis of the most important poets and their works from the early Ottoman period to the modern era.The book begins with an introduction to the history of Turkish poetry, including the influence of Arabic and Persian literature on Turkish poetry. It then delves into the lives and works of the most significant ...
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The Poets and Poetry of Turkey is a comprehensive book that explores the rich literary tradition of Turkey. Written by E. J. W. Gibb, a renowned scholar of Turkish culture and language, the book provides a detailed analysis of the most important poets and their works from the early Ottoman period to the modern era.The book begins with an introduction to the history of Turkish poetry, including the influence of Arabic and Persian literature on Turkish poetry. It then delves into the lives and works of the most significant poets, including Yunus Emre, Fuzuli, Nabi, and Nazim Hikmet. Each poet is discussed in detail, with a focus on their major works, themes, and contributions to Turkish literature.The book also includes translations of some of the most famous poems from each poet, allowing readers to experience the beauty and power of Turkish poetry firsthand. Additionally, the book provides valuable insights into the cultural and historical context of each poet and their works, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in Turkish literature, history, and culture.Overall, The Poets and Poetry of Turkey is a must-read for anyone interested in exploring the rich literary tradition of Turkey and gaining a deeper understanding of the country's history and culture.1901. Contents: General Character of Ottoman Poetry; Ottoman Verse-Forms and Metres; Rise and Progress of Ottoman Poetry; Ottoman Poets; The Love-Song of King Suleiman; Arabian and Persian Poems.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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