Cinnet Mustatili (Book)

Cinnet Mustatili is a work by the poet, writer, and thinker Necip Fazıl Kısakürek, addressing the political and military regime that followed the 1960 coup. Published by Büyük Doğu Yayınları, the book is one of the texts composed by the author within the framework of his political memory and ideological stance.

Subject of the Book

The work focuses on the political developments in Türkiye after the 27 May 1960 military coup. Necip Fazıl examines the legitimacy of the coup, the mindset of the coup plotters, and the subsequent trials with a critical perspective. The book contains sharp critiques of the Yassıada trials and the actors involved in the process.

Content of the Book

The 27 May Coup and Its Aftermath

The book provides a detailed depiction of the political environment before, during, and after the coup. The author describes the political climate of the period alongside its historical background.

The Yassıada Trials

The practices during the judicial process, the conduct of the defendants, and the atmosphere of the court are described in detail. The trial of Adnan Menderes and other members of the Democrat Party is treated as a central focus.

Critique of Military Intervention

Necip Fazıl argues that military intervention harmed Türkiye’s democratic development. The interference of the coup mentality with the will of the people is strongly condemned.

Individual, Will, and Madness

The concept of “Cinnet Mustatili” is used metaphorically to signify a loss of reason and will. This concept is examined at both institutional and individual levels.

Style of the Book

The work is written in a blend of literary and polemical style. The author’s characteristic sharp language and metaphorical expression are prominent. The narrative is structured not around historical documents but around the ideological and moral dimensions of the events.