Orpheus

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Exploring the myth of Orpheus through Eurydice's eyes, this translation offers a surreal narrative set in a contemporary Turkish resort town. The discovery of a statue of Emperor Hadrian at an archaeological dig connects the story to the underworld and the past. Through mysterious letters delivered by a messenger pigeon, the novel critiques modern values. Additionally, Ankara plays a significant role, adding depth to the fantasy while reflecting on the political climate of 1980s junta-ruled Turkey, marking its importance in Turkish literary history.