Madonna in a Fur Coat

Madonna in a Fur Coat - Paperback

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Madonna in a Fur Coat

Madonna in a Fur Coat - Paperback

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by Diren Yardimli (Translator), Sabahattin Ali (Author)

A masterpiece of Turkish literature, Sabahattin Ali's Madonna in a Fur Coat is a timeless exploration of love, longing, and the fragile beauty of human connection. Set against the vibrant yet melancholic backdrop of 1920s Berlin, the novel tells the story of Raif Efendi, a quiet and unassuming man whose life is irrevocably transformed by his encounter with Maria Puder, an enigmatic artist he calls his "Madonna in a Fur Coat."

Emotionally powerful and deeply layered, Ali's prose weaves personal tragedy with profound philosophical insight, capturing the universal struggles of identity, alienation, and unspoken desires. Both a page-turner and a meditation on the human soul, this novel transcends cultural boundaries and challenges the notions of East and West, revealing the shared vulnerabilities that unite us all.

With its haunting atmosphere and unforgettable characters, Madonna in a Fur Coat is not just a story-it is an experience that will linger in your heart long after you turn the final page.
Number of Pages: 196
Dimensions: 0.45 x 9 x 6 IN
Publication Date: March 03, 2025
ISBN9798312823813
Author Sabahattin Ali
PublisherIndependently Published
GenreLiterature
FormatPaperback
PublishedMarch 2025
LanguageENG- English
Pages196
Weight1.0 lb
Target AudienceAdults
Print SizeStandard Print

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About Sabahattin Ali

Sabahattin Ali was born in 1907 in the Ottoman town of Eğridere (now Ardino, in southern Bulgaria). A teacher, journalist, and poet, he owned and edited the popular satirical newspaper Marko paşa. A frequent target of government censorship, he was imprisoned twice for his writings and was killed on the Bulgarian border in 1948 as he attempted to flee Turkey. Today, Ali is an icon of social and political resistance among Turkish youth.

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