Turkish author Elif Shafak reveals how her stories are inspired by life in Istanbul
Inspired by Istanbul
In the latest installment of "My Middle East," renowned Turkish author Elif Shafak reveals how her writing style and her stories have been inspired by Istanbul, a vibrant multi-cultural metropolis literally straddling two continents.
The city´s energy is a driving force behind Shafak´s creativity and helps inspire the unique style that has made her one of Turkey´s leading voices.
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Elif Shafak´s Istanbul
Novelist Elif Shafak shows IME around her home city of Istanbul and talks about her inspiration as a writer.
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