Yakup Kadri Karaosmanoğlu

Turkish journalist and author

Yakup Kadri Karaosmanoğlu - Turkish journalist and author
Born

March 27th, 1889
136 years ago

Died

1974
51 years ago — 85 years old

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

Turkey

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Born in 1889, this individual was a prominent journalist, novelist, and politician in Turkey. He played a significant role in the Turkish National Movement and utilized literature as a means to address social and political issues. His works often reflected the struggles of Turkish society during a time of significant change. The author published numerous novels and essays, contributing to Turkish literature, and served in various political positions during the early years of the Republic of Turkey. His writing was marked by a deep concern for national identity and cultural integrity.

Authored the novel 'Yalangıçlar'

Served as a member of parliament

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