Their works are rarely found in other parts of the world. I will be glad to read and analyse works from Turkey

Less literary works, less presention, am I right?

Dear Andrew Nyongesa , thank you very much for your reply and for your support. Best wishes

Dear Ratna Purty, Thank you very much for your reply. There are zillions of literary works in Turkish, but relatively few English translations. While almost any literary work in English has a Turkish translation, there is a disproportion of Turkish works translated into English. While it may be related to economic reasons, publishers are less eager to translate Turkish works into English. I hope that publishers will acknowledge the potential economic benefit of Turkish literature and there will be more translations of Turkish literary works into English in the near future. Once again, thank you for your reply. Best wishes

Yes sir, according to your points are right.

I would respectfully say that Turkish literature and cultural production are not as underrepresented as it may seem at least not in our context. In Pakistan, there is a strong appreciation for Turkish literature, television, and storytelling traditions.

For example, Elif Shafak is a widely read contemporary novelist here; her works, such as The Forty Rules of Love have found an enthusiastic readership, often sparking discussions around Sufi philosophy, identity, and history.

Beyond literature, Turkish television dramas, especially Diriliş: Ertuğrul, Kuruluş: Osman, and many others, have enjoyed immense popularity. They have not only entertained but also strengthened cultural and historical connections between our societies.

From our perspective, Turkish literature and media occupy a visible and respected place in the global cultural imagination, particularly in regions with shared historical and cultural affinities. The issue might be less about absence and more about where and in which literary circuits one is looking for representation.

Their work are rarely found in other parts of the world.