Turkic World Anonymous Folk Poetry (Book)

Turkic World Anonymous Folk Poetry is an academic work authored by Dr. Doğan Kaya that comprehensively examines the significance of anonymous folk poetry within Turkish culture. The book provides detailed information on the historical development, genres, formal characteristics, and functions of anonymous folk poetry, one of the most fundamental elements of the Turkish people’s oral literary tradition.

Content Features

In the work, anonymous folk poetry genres such as mani, türkü, ağıt, ninni, düzgü, bilmece, and tekerleme are systematically analyzed. Each genre’s formation in different geographical regions and cultural contexts of the Turkic world is explained, along with its deep integration into the people’s way of life, beliefs, and emotional world. Doğan Kaya emphasizes that anonymous folk poetry is not merely a literary product but also the collective memory and cultural heritage of the people.

Doğan Kaya’s study serves as a reference source for researchers and students seeking to understand the literary and cultural importance of anonymous folk poetry. By systematically presenting this important genre of Turkish folk literature, the book documents the continuity and richness of anonymous folk poetry within Turkish culture.