Madonna in a Fur Coat

I would like to begin with how beautiful I find the minimalistic Penguin (UK) Classics Ed. Covers. I was lucky enough to receive an undamaged product as Amazon has always delivered them quite damaged to me. So I feel absolutely relieved and grateful for the fact and I wish this continues. The delivery associate was also respectful. Now aside from the service, I'd like to talk about the book. This is a Turkish classic written by Sabbhatin Ali, set in the 1920s, in which a Turkish Man (a clerk) falls in love with an Artist in Berlin. I find this a great read for beginners and for people who are just trying to find a short read. It's about 150 pages (excluding the introduction), and I personally relate very much with the main lead here. His thoughts are like mine and our thinking process are quite similar. So I can say that I liked this book. It's in easy language, pretty readable and is set for an affordable price. I highly recommend this.

in sabahattin ali's "madonna in the fur coat," readers are transported into a world of profound emotion and unfulfilled love. the novel, originally published in 1943, tells the story of raif efendi, a turkish man who moves to berlin and becomes entangled in a poignant and tragic romance with a mysterious woman. the narrative unfolds as raif efendi reflects on his past, revealing a tale of passion, cultural clashes, and the enduring impact of love. sabahattin ali's exquisite prose captures the complexities of human emotions, painting a vivid portrait of characters grappling with societal expectations and personal desires. "in the end, we will remember not the words of our enemies, but the silence of our friends." this line resonates with the overarching theme of missed connections and the silent, unexpressed feelings that shape the characters' destinies. "madonna in the fur coat" stands as a timeless classic, celebrated for its exploration of love's transformative power and the lasting impressions it leaves on the human soul. sabahattin ali's evocative storytelling invites readers to reflect on the intricate dance between love and loss, making this novel an enduring and poignant work of literature.

What's yearning if not Madonna in a fur coat? The book came in good condition.

Not much of a romance reader but this was close to being a masterpiece. Definitely worth the read

Book was not in good condition

In the realm of books, there are some that I'd shout from the rooftops for everyone to read, and then there are the ones I clutch close to my heart, gatekeep them selfishly, just for myself. Am I odd to feel this way? A few days ago, I saw a post about this book on Instagram. It felt like theft, as though someone ate my favourite piece of chocolate. I know that is irrational of me, it's been ages the book released and many people have read it. Yet, I wanted to keep the experience of reading it within me for a little longer, cocooned in the notion that it was meant just to be mine. It is a story of love and yearning, pure and unadulterated, with the ache of missed opportunities. It's about this quiet guy, Raif, a quiet dreamer who favored the realms of his imagination over the concrete world, falling in love with a woman in a painting. And eventually, with the woman who painted it. I don't know what exactly made me feel so deeply about this one. Was it Raif's peculiarities that made me feel seen, or Maria's reluctance to believe in the possibility of companionship? Perhaps it was Ali's lyrical and introspective prose, each word carefully woven like work of an artisan, that lingered and gave a glimpse of the innermost thoughts and desires of his characters. Maybe it's the surprising shift in gender roles for that time which caught me off-guard. And yes, there's also my affinity towards tragic romances. It's probably all these elements that left me so moved. This book is as special as they come. It makes you yearn for the kind of love and devotion Raif and Maria had. The desire for someone to hold your hand with that kind of tenderness, gazing into your eyes as though they hold the universe's greatest secrets. (I know, that's a bit much, but you get my point) Asking you to share this book would again go against my attempt to gatekeep it but I would ask you to share it with that one person you know who feels the matters of heart a little extra, that one Heer bin Ranjha or Juliet without Romeo. If you happen to fall in that category, please make space for Raif and Maria in your heart❤️

This book left me speechless and numb for days. It felt like a lot to process. I'm still grappling with how hatred toward someone can morph into overwhelming grief and pain, making every part of their life feel lifeless

Omgggg this was so good

One of my favourite love stories. Simply written, with a simple story, but captivating none the less.

Güzel

le livre et la couverture est un peu abimée

Türkçesini okumuştum ama çevirisini merak ettiğim için ve tabi İngilizce öğretmeni olarak karşılaştırma yapmak için satın aldım. Uygun fiyata da almış oldum. Çevirisi çok güzel. Türkçesini anlamak daha zor olabilir genç okurlar için.