The Ringvorlesung Turkologie Summer semester 2025 will be devoted to the Contemporary trends in the study of modern Turkish literature. The lecture series at the Department of Near Eastern Studies at the University of Vienna will examine contemporary research trends in modern Turkish literature, offering students and scholars new perspectives on the field’s evolving dynamics. Key topics include Turkish literature in a global context, exploring cross-cultural influences and international reception. Another focal area is the emerging field of health humanities, investigating how themes of health, illness and well-being are represented in Turkish literary works. The series will also address the interplay between literature and contemporary politics, providing insights into how authors from Turkey engage with socio-political issues.  Additionally, discussions will cover gender and LGBTIQ+ representation, analysing (queer) narratives that reflect and challenge societal norms. Finally, we will explore transcultural identities and the role of translation, emphasizing how migration and diaspora shape the Turkish literary landscape. Overall, this lecture series, scheduled for the summer term 2025, seeks to provide new insights into the diverse thematic dimensions of modern Turkish literature through contemporary literary approaches.

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