From the acclaimed author of I Will Never See the World Again, this poignant coming-of-age novel finds moments of remarkable humor in a present-day Istanbul rife with economic and political hardships.Fazıl’s comfortable existence studying literature is upended by his family’s sudden financial ruin, followed swiftly by the death of his father. Forced to sell his belongings and move to an old boardinghouse, he discovers a new side of the city, populated by i...

'A deeply moving memoir ... We owe Ahmet Altan a tremendous debt for the strength he has shown in sharing his story with us.' Jon McGregorWritten from the confines of a prison cell in Istanbul, one of Turkey's greatest living novelists reflects upon hope, despair and the light literature can bring to even the darkest places.The destiny I put down in my novel has become mine. I am now under arrest like the hero I created years ago. I awa...

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'I don't remember pulling the trigger; I only heard the gunshot.And then I saw a mouth opening, as if to speak, a face contorted, one hand in the air. . .And then a body falling . . .'A man retires to a sun-baked Turkish town for a quiet life. But he finds a world of suspicion, paranoia and violence. The town has made a murderer of him. The question is, who did he kill?Led by a deeply untrustworthy narrator, Ahmet Altan's international bestseller pulls us into...

This book explores the dynamic intersections of fashion, culture, sustainability, and digital innovation, offering a multidisciplinary perspective on contemporary design and creative industries. Divided into six sections, it delves into the evolution of fashion as a medium of cultural expression, highlighting the role of sustainability in textile design and the preservation of heritage. It also examines the transformative impact of digital technologies in education and cultural conservatio...

In this exciting story, listeners young and old can finally find out the answer to their question – where did Pimpa come from, and how did she meet Armando?It's a beautiful, sunny day. Armando goes to the woods to pick some strawberries, where he spots something unusual in the bushes – a red-spotted dog called Pimpa! Armando takes her to his house, where she discovers lots of new things and makes friends with the alarm clock, the kitchen chair, and the fridge... And Pimpa's adventures begi...

Donnie has lost his hat!That's why his mum calls her scatter-brained son a "daydreamer". But with Pimpa's help and some plasticine and crayons, the problem will surely be solved!´Pimpa and the Daydreaming Mushroom´ is perfect for early readers, or anyone who would like to join the famous, red-spotted dog on a thrilling adventure!

It's the Christmas holidays at last, and Pimpa and Armando are ready for another adventure!The sun is shining and Pimpa decides to go for a walk in the snowy woods, where she meets Max the snowman.Max has a cold head, so Pimpa lends him Armando's hat. But a sudden gust of wind blows it away…Join Pimpa and Max as they try to get the hat back. But don't worry - Max might have a few tricks up his sleeves to make things a lot easier.A wintery tale with a hint of...

Grab your warmest blanket, fetch yourself a nice cup of hot chocolate, and join Pimpa on this cold adventure!It's winter, and Pimpa walks with Armando to work. But when it starts snowing heavily, she can't seem to find her way home. Luckily, she meets Molly the mole.While she can't see very well, Molly has an excellent sense of smell and a knack for making tomatoes. Through underground tunnels, stairs, and plant pots, Pimpa slowly inches her way back home.A cosy and...

When a mother hen's eggs hatch, something is not what it seems like... there's a duckling among the chicks!Grab your nearest buddy and join Pimpa on yet another adventure, when she tries to help Andy the duckling find his mum. But it will not be easy, as the ducks have already left for Africa.Luckily, the red-spotted dog finds a kind cloud, who gives Pimpa and her new friend a ride. Thanks to the cloud, Andy the duckling is one step closer to being reunited with his family!...

Christmastime is always full of joyful surprises... especially for Pimpa!On Christmas Day, Pimpa meets Dina the little duckling when she arrives in a Christmas present! The two become firm friends, and Pimpa looks after Dina like a big sister.Join Pimpa in teaching Dina how to wash and get dressed, telling her about good and bad, helping her to name the things and animals she meets, and showing her the beauty of winter as it turns into spring.A tale of friendship an...

Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No... it's a horse!Lying on the grass in the mountains, Pimpa and Armando look at the shapes of the clouds in the blue sky. The sun is shining high in the sky, and a white horse appears in the clouds.Together, the friends fly far away to a deserted island. But did it really happen, or did Armando dream it all?´Pimpa and the Flying Horse´ is perfect for early readers, or anyone who would like to join the friendly, red-spotted dog on a thr...