Istanbul memories and the city

Author's name: Orhan Pamuk Publisher: Dar Al-Shorouk for Publishing and Distribution Year of publication: 2018 Literary classification: Novel Brief about the book: In this enchanting book, Orhan Pamuk presents us with the rich history of this city, relying on his memories and the memories of those who preceded him; those who wrote, drew, photographed, and documented the stages of Istanbul's life. The research Pamuk conducted to write this book is precise and detailed, providing us with a comprehensive panorama where quotations from references blend with the author's smooth narration. In his depiction of the city, Pamuk tells the story of his life and his family's history, in a style rich with emotion. Pamuk intertwines his personal history with his impressions of the city and its heritage, and offers us a work full of his love for Istanbul, which has become one of Pamuk's most important works and one of the finest writings about this city.