Madonna in a Fur Coat

"Madonna in a Fur Coat" is a renowned novel that was first published in 1943, since when it has moved and enthralled countless readers. It demonstrates that love in all its forms – unrequited, unattainable – is both beautiful and painful. It proves that love, despite often being painful and complicated, is the most fundamental and rewarding human emotion. The new translation offers a refined and updated rendition of Ali‘s original work, making it more accessible and enjoyable for modern readers. The prose is elegant, the characters nuanced, and the story is as relevant today as when it was written. This new translation allows readers to experience Sabahattin Ali‘s exquisite prose and vivid characterisation like never before. It is a novel that stimulates the imagination, stirs emotions, and reminds us of the transformative power of love. The book tells a moving love story set in the 1920s between Turkey and Germany. It has become a classic of Turkish literature.