{"product_id":"atilla-dirim-horsemen-of-the-steppe-2004-turkish-book-turkey-dede-korkut","title":"Atilla Dirim – Horsemen of the Steppe 2004 Turkish Book Turkey Dede Korkut Illustrated","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAtilla Dirim – Horsemen of the Steppe (Bozkırın Atlıları) – Yurt Yayınları 2004 Edition – Turkish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(170, 26, 23);\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eAtilla Dirim’s Horsemen of the Steppe brings together important stories from Turkish mythology and the Dede Korkut tradition, retelling them in fluent modern Turkish while preserving the legendary atmosphere and heroic spirit of the original narratives. The work combines mythology, epic storytelling, adventure, and traditional Turkish cultural themes.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe book consists mainly of three major stories. The first is The Epic of Oghuz Khagan, which tells of the birth of Oghuz Khagan, his legendary struggles, and the origins of the Turkish tribes. The second is the Story of Bamsi Beyrek, one of the celebrated narratives of Dede Korkut, focusing on his captivity and the adventures surrounding his eventual return to his homeland.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe third story is The Tale of Deli Dumrul, one of the best-known Dede Korkut stories. It recounts the fearless Oghuz lord Deli Dumrul’s confrontation with Azrael and presents elements of ancient Turkish customs, values, and social traditions. Together, the three narratives create a vivid journey into the legendary world of the early Turks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThis Turkish edition was published by Yurt Yayınları in 2004 and features interior illustrations. The illustrated presentation complements the epic atmosphere of the stories and helps bring the legendary heroes, battles, and mythical world of the book to life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eFor collectors of Turkish literature, mythology, and illustrated historical fiction, this edition offers an engaging modern retelling of some of the most important narratives in Turkish epic tradition. Its combination of the Oghuz Khagan Epic, Bamsi Beyrek, and Deli Dumrul makes it an especially interesting volume for collectors interested in Turkish folklore and Dede Korkut literature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(170, 26, 23);\"\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e• Author: Atilla Dirim\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e• Original Title: Horsemen of the Steppe\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e• Turkish Title: Bozkırın Atlıları\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e• Publisher: Yurt Yayınları\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e• Publication Year: 2004\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e• Language: Turkish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e• Genre: Turkish Mythology, Epic Literature, Folklore, Historical Fiction\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e• Subject: Turkish mythology, Dede Korkut stories, Oghuz traditions, heroism, ancient customs, and legendary adventures\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e• Stories Included: The Epic of Oghuz Khagan, The Story of Bamsi Beyrek, The Tale of Deli Dumrul\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e• Illustrations: Interior illustrations\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e• Collector Appeal: Modern Turkish retelling of major Turkish mythological and Dede Korkut narratives, presented in an illustrated edition\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Turkrex Collectables","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50249455435914,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0716\/3687\/7450\/files\/1_2d97abdb-4c0a-4f55-83fa-43034f40c4da.jpg?v=1789918218","url":"https:\/\/turkrexcollectables.com\/products\/atilla-dirim-horsemen-of-the-steppe-2004-turkish-book-turkey-dede-korkut","provider":"Turkrex Collectables","version":"1.0","type":"link"}