Orhan Kemal

Orhan Kemal was a prominent Turkish novelist and playwright known for depicting the struggles of the working class and poor families in Turkey. His writing highlights social injustice, economic hardships, and human resilience, often based on his own experiences as a factory worker. Through realistic characters and compelling stories, Kemal aimed to shed light on the hardships faced by ordinary people and advocate for social change. His works remain influential in Turkish literature, celebrated for their honesty, empathy, and commitment to social realism.