Persian literature has influenced modern Turkish poetry: Orhan Pamuk
Orhan Pamuk’s interest in Iranian traditional literature and arts is observable not only in his works, notably in “My Name Is Red”, but also in the fact that he made a trip to Iran several years ago. Interviews that have been published in the Guardian go further to prove his keen interest is Persian culture. In his most famous book, “My Name Is Red” it is noticeable that Pamuk has studied Iranian literature and arts, especially traditional paintings, as well as the history of Persian art. He especially honors the school of Tabriz paintings in Eastern traditional art. Contrary to some countries whose people try to introduce Rumi as a non-Iranian poet, Orhan Pamuk names him as a Persian poet together with Sadi, Attar etc…
