Hüsn ü Aşk (Beauty and Love)

Hüsn ü Aşk (Beauty and Love)

Hüsn ü Aşk, one of the last great mesnevis of classical Turkish literature, was composed during a period when classical poetry was often considered to be losing its former magnificence, repeating established themes, and exhausting its rich repertoire of poetic imagery. Despite this context, Şeyh Galip created a masterpiece that is widely regarded as the pinnacle of Ottoman mystical poetry.

This edition has been prepared by Orhan Okay and Hüseyin Ayan and also includes a comprehensive study by M. Kaya Bilgegil. Through its allegorical narrative, Hüsn ü Aşk tells the story of the spiritual journey of Love (Aşk) in pursuit of Beauty (Hüsn), blending Sufi philosophy, symbolism, and poetic artistry into one of the most celebrated works of Turkish literature.

Renowned for its linguistic elegance, imaginative imagery, and profound mystical depth, Hüsn ü Aşk remains an essential text for readers interested in classical Turkish poetry, Ottoman culture, and Islamic mysticism.

Author: Şeyh Galip

Publisher: Dergah Publications

ISBN: 978-975-995-293-8

Binding: Paperback

Language: Turkish

Dimensions: 13.5 × 21 cm

Page Count: 439 pages