Fazıl Hüsnü Dağlarca facts for kids
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Fazıl Hüsnü Dağlarca
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| Born | 26 August 1914 |
| Died | 15 October 2008 (aged 94) |
| Nationality | Turkish |
| Occupation | Poet |
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Fazıl Hüsnü Dağlarca (born August 26, 1914, in Istanbul – died October 15, 2008, in Istanbul) was a very important and productive Turkish poet. He wrote more than 60 collections of his poems. He was also honored with a special award called the Golden Wreath Award from the Struga Poetry Evenings, which is a big deal for poets.
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Who Was Fazıl Hüsnü Dağlarca?
Fazıl Hüsnü Dağlarca was a famous Turkish poet. He was born in Istanbul in 1914. He became one of the most important poets in the Turkish Republic.
Dağlarca's Unique Poetry Style
Dağlarca used the Turkish language in a very pure and special way. This brought a new style to modern Turkish literature. His poems explored many interesting topics.
What Did Dağlarca Write About?
His poems often talked about the very old times of mankind. They also explored the vastness of the universe and space. Dağlarca also wrote poems that were against war. He also wrote about the Turkish War of Independence.
His Works Translated into English
Some of Dağlarca's poems were translated into English. This helped people in other countries read his amazing work. Talat Sait Halman translated a selection of his poems.
Dağlarca's Later Life
Fazıl Hüsnü Dağlarca passed away in Istanbul in 2008. He was 94 years old. He was buried at the Karacaahmet Cemetery. His funeral was held at the Süreyya Opera House. Many important people attended to honor him.
Dağlarca and Papirüs Magazine
Dağlarca also contributed to a literary magazine called Papirüs. This magazine was edited by another famous writer, Cemal Süreya.
