World Literatures Meet: Türkiye-Portugal Literature Days
Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality (IMM) Culture aims to offer unforgettable experiences to literature lovers with the series of events it has brought to life with the slogan “Literatures meet, the world gets closer!” in the 2024-2025 culture season. The first of these events, Türkiye-Portugal Literature Days, on 6-7 December 2024 MetrohanThis special event will offer an in-depth exploration of the literature of the two countries, giving participants the opportunity to trace different cultures.
Importance and Objectives of the Event
Turkey and Portugal are two countries known for their rich literary traditions. In this event, leading writers and poets from both countries will meet with participants by quoting from their works. The aim is to introduce the literature of both countries to a wider audience and increase cultural interaction. The aim is to share different perspectives and experiences by benefiting from the power of literature to build bridges between people.
Participants and Their Works
The writers who will take part in the Türkiye-Portugal Literature Days have an important place in the literary scene of both countries. From Portugal Afonso Cruz, Hyacinth Lucas Pires, Mario Tiago Paixao ve Rui Zink Names such as are known for their literary works. From Turkey, Aslı Tohumcu, Elif Sofia, Metin Jalal, Nazlı Ayça Özkarahan ve Tarık Tufan will take part in the event. These authors will offer participants a deep literary experience by reading passages from their works.
Event Program and Details
This event, which will be held on December 6-7, 2024, will host participants with different programs each day. Details of the events are as follows:
- 1 day: Opening speeches and readings from Portuguese authors in the first session.
- 2 day: Reading and conversation sessions from the works of Turkish authors.
- Every Two Days: Panels on literature, interviews with authors, and answers to participants' questions.
Participation Information
This unique event will be open to everyone and will be free of charge. Participants can come to the event and gain in-depth knowledge about the literature of different cultures and interact with the authors one-on-one. They will also have the opportunity to discuss the effects of literature on people.
Cultural Interaction and the Role of Literature
Literature is considered one of the most powerful tools of cultural interaction. The Turkey-Portugal Literature Days offer an important platform in this context. This event, which will host discussions on how works written in different languages create an impact between cultures that are close to each other, will provide participants with new perspectives. The power of literature to convey human experiences and emotions is further deepened by such meetings.
As a result
Turkey-Portugal Literature Days, beyond being just a literary event, also undertakes an important mission as a cultural meeting point. It should not be forgotten that literature is a journey that touches people's lives. This event will offer inspiring moments to the participants and will allow different cultures to meet, going beyond the boundaries of literature. You are invited to a journey full of literature, to meet at Metrohan on December 6-7, 2024!
