Mehmed Uzun
Quick Facts
- Region: Siverek and Diyarbakir
- Born: 1953, Siverek
- Died: 2007, Diyarbakir
- Known for: Modern Kurdish novels and exile literature
Overview
Mehmed Uzun was a Kurdish novelist best known for writing modern prose fiction in Kurdish. His work played a major role in establishing contemporary Kurdish literature.
He spent years in exile in Sweden, where he continued writing and publishing.
Life and Work
Uzun published multiple novels and essays that explore Kurdish history, identity, and memory. His books were translated into several languages and read widely across Kurdistan.
Legacy
He is remembered as a pioneer of modern Kurdish narrative fiction.
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