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Book Review | The Foreigner
Albert CAMUS [pronounced Albert Kamü] was born in Algeria in 1913. He left his philosophy education at the University of Algiers due to health reasons. He went to Paris in 1938, and his first works, The Other Side and The Wedding, were published during this period. His real entrance into the world of literature was…
Book Review | Animal Farm
George ORWELL was born in 1903 in Montihari, Bengal, India. After returning to England with his family, he completed his education at Eton College. Orwell, whose real name was Eric Arthur, served as an Indian Imperial Policeman between 1922-27. However, he resigned when he saw the true nature of the imperial method. His book, To…
Book Review | Chess
Stefan Zweig was born in Vienna in 1881. He studied in Austria, France and Germany. He attracted attention with his anti-war personality. He lived in Salzburg between 1919-1934. He was forced to leave Salzburg due to Nazi oppression. He published his first poems in 1901. He is famous for his many essays, stories and long…
Book Review | Kuyucaklı Yusuf
Sabahattin Ali was born on February 25, 1907 in Komotini and was killed on April 2, 1948 in Kırklareli. Sabahattin Ali, who graduated from the Istanbul Primary Teachers’ School, was sent to Germany by the Ministry of National Education in 1928 after teaching for one year in Yozgat. After returning in 1930, he taught German…
Book Review | Whirling Hills
Emily Brontë was born in Thornton, Yorkshire, England in 1818. The fifth of six children, Emily was Charlotte Brontë’s younger sister. In 1820, the family moved to Haworth. During her childhood, after the death of their mother, the three sisters (Charlotte, Emily and Anne) and their brother Branwell Brontë dreamed of imaginary places, the names…
Book Review | Magic Mountain
Thomas Mann was born in Germany on June 6, 1875. He moved to Munich with his mother and brother in 1893. After doing a voluntary internship at the South German Fire Insurance Bank, he studied at the Technical University in 1895 and 1896. During World War I, Mann supported the conservatism of Kaiser Wilhelm II…
Contributions Of Reading Books To Life
Reading books is considered one of the most effective tools in the mental and emotional development of an individual. Getting lost in the pages of a book is not only limited to gaining information; it also expands one’s imagination, increases empathy and develops emotional intelligence. Reading books in the chaos of daily life offers the…
Book Donation: The Key To Sharing And Education
Books are portals to knowledge and your imagination. However, not everyone may have access to this valuable treasure. Book donation can make a big difference, both individually and socially. İn this article, İ will provide information about the importance of book donation, how to do it, and where you can donate. Why is Book Donation…
Classic World Works: Timeless Gems Of Literature
Classic world works offer the most important and impressive examples of literary history. These works shed light on various periods of human history and remain relevant today with their universal themes. So, why should we read classic world works and what can we learn from them? What Are Classic World Works? Classic world works are…
Proper Reading Habits: A More Efficient And Enjoyable Experience
Reading is a fantastic activity for both gaining knowledge and enriching yourself spiritually. However, by developing the right reading techniques and habits, you can make this experience more efficient and enjoyable. Here are some tips regarding proper reading: 1. Choose the Right Book Before you start reading, it’s very important to select a book that…
Book Review | Martin Eden
Jack London, America’s iconic novelist, short story writer and activist, is best known for his works “The Call of the Wild” published in 1903 and “White Fang” published in 1906. Jack London was born on January 12, 1876 in San Francisco, California. It is not known for sure whether Jack London’s mother Flora Wellman and…
Book Review | Lily Of The Valley
Honoré de Balzac was born in France on May 20, 1799. He produced great works in the novel genre. He was a pioneer of Realism in a period when Romanticism dominated in the 19th century and produced works in this direction. It is seen that he presents the events of the time in a great…
Book Review | The Uncontained
Oğuz Atay was born on October 12, 1934 in the İnebolu district of Kastamonu. His father was Cemil Atay, a high criminal judge and Republican People’s Party (CHP) 6th and 7th term Sinop and 8th term Kastamonu deputy. Atay, who attended primary and secondary school in Ankara, graduated from Ankara Maarif College, now known as…
Book Review | Les Misérables
Victor Hugo (1802-1885): One of the greatest writers of French literature. He is known for his poems, plays and novels. He is the representative of the Romanticism movement in France. In addition to his enormous successes in literature, he also played an active role in political life, for which he was sentenced to exile, and…
Writing and Reading: A Fascinating Journey Together
Writing and reading are two actions that complement each other. Both are of great importance as a way for people to express themselves. So why are these two activities so valuable? In this article, we will explore the meaning that writing and reading add to our lives. The Importance of Reading Developing Knowledge and Understanding:…
The Magical World of Books: Why Should We Read?
Books are not just words between pages; they are powerful tools that take us to different worlds, provide new perspectives and feed our imagination. The place and importance of the reading habit in our lives is becoming more and more obvious every day. So, what are the benefits of reading books? Knowledge and Culture Books…
Donating Books: A Way To Share Knowledge And Improve Society
Books are not just objects made of pages; they are tools that open the doors to a world of knowledge, imagination and experience. However, many people may have limited access to these resources. Donating books is a great way to overcome these barriers and make a positive impact in society. Here is some information on…
History And Development Of The Book
Books are one of the most important means of communication and information transfer in human history. The first books were written on clay tablets in Mesopotamia around 3500 BC. These tablets, together with the invention of writing, revolutionized record keeping and information sharing. In ancient Greek and Roman times, lighter and more portable books began…
Conscious Book Reading: Methods For A Deeper Understanding
Reading books is not only a means of entertainment, but also an activity that nourishes our minds, broadens our horizons and enriches our knowledge. However, most of the time we read superficially. Conscious book reading allows us to delve deeper into the text and enriches the reader’s intellectual process. Here are ways to develop a…
Book Review | Fathers and Sons
Ivan Turgenev was born on November 9, 1818 in Orel, Russia. His father was from a noble family, but they had become poor. The cavalry colonel father Turgenev married Varvara Petrovna Lutovina, an old woman who owned the Spasskoye estate. Ivan was born from this marriage. His mother, who was educated, fond of education and…