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The Bastard of Istanbul

Author: Elif Shafak

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  • Beyoğlu

    Beyoğlu is the neighborhood where the Kazancı family lives, and it represents the cultural melting pot of Istanbul, where the characters’ diverse backgrounds intertwine.

  • Istanbul University

    Zeliha, one of the central characters, often visits Istanbul University, symbolizing her struggle between modernity and tradition in the conservative Turkish society.

  • Golden Horn

    The Golden Horn is where characters reflect on the historical divide between the old and new Istanbul, a recurring theme in their personal and familial histories.

  • Taksim Square

    In "The Bastard of Istanbul," Taksim Square is where Armanoush connects with the city’s past and her own identity, as she delves into the complex history of her Armenian roots.

  • Istiklal Avenue

    Istiklal Avenue serves as a backdrop for Asya and her friends as they navigate their youthful rebellion and the contrasts of a rapidly changing city.

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