22.07.2024 13:10
Famous Turkish writer Ferit Edgü, who had many works in various genres such as novels, short stories, poetry, essays, criticism, biographies, and analyses in Turkish literature, passed away at the age of 88.
The master of Turkish literature, Ferit Edgü, passed away at the age of 88. Edgü, who has works in many genres of literature such as novels, stories, poems, essays, critiques, biographies, and analyses, caused great sadness in the literary community with his death.
Everest Publications expressed their condolences to his family, readers, and all his loved ones, saying "We have lost Ferit Edgü." Simurg Art Publications also shared a message saying, "'You asked what time it is?' in 'A Season in Hakkari' and answered it fully. With your unique style and perspective that is unlike anyone else's... Dear Ferit Edgü, you will always be with us with gratitude for everything, for what you have contributed to our library from Ada (the publishing house you founded), and for enriching our beautiful Turkish language with your works. Rest in peace in the gardens of roses. We are very sorry..." Edgü's readers and fans also expressed their sadness on social media.
WHO IS FERİT EDGÜ?
Ferit Edgü was born on February 24, 1936, in Istanbul. He studied at the Department of Painting at Istanbul Fine Arts Academy and continued his education in Paris. Between 1976 and 1990, he published the works of contemporary Turkish and world writers and poets at Ada Publications, which he founded.
The master writer, who has works in many genres of literature such as poetry, stories, novels, plays, essays, biographies, and critiques, received the 1979 Sait Faik Award with his book "On a Ship," the 1979 Turkish Language Association Award with "Lecture Notes," and the 1988 Sedat Simavi Literature Award with "A Summer in the Shadow of September." The film adaptation of his novel "A Season in Hakkari," directed by Erden Kural, won 5 awards at the 33rd Berlin Film Festival, including the Silver Bear. His novels, stories, and essays have been translated into many languages, including Japanese and Chinese.