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""Hikaye"" is an engaging study of Turkish romance by its leading contemporary student. lhan Basg'z presents vivid descriptions of the singers who perform these tales, the performance venues, interactions between singers and audiences, and the romance texts as artistic objects. Part of the fun is the playful interaction between the author and the seasoned characters who taught him their poetic craft. ""Hikaye"" will be the definitive work on this tradition, which has cognates in Persian and Arabic tale-telling, as well as links to European medieval romances. A valuable contribution to folklore studies, for scholars, students, and general readers alike.

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<p>. .. one of the most original and compelling ethnographies of folklorethat I have read in years. Ba g z creatively interweaves his theoretical enquirywith a narrative rendition of his encounters with [teller-singer] a ks, arendition rich in a ks' words and experiences. In addition, he powerfullyjuxtaposes his own autobiographical narratives, ethnopoetry, memories, andreflections with his thoughtful and detailed analysis. -- Mustafa Kemal Mirzeler, Western Michigan University, Journal of Folklore Research, January 26, 2009

<p>. .. one of the most original and compelling ethnographies of folklorethat I have read in years. Basg?z creatively interweaves his theoretical enquirywith a narrative rendition of his encounters with [teller-singer] asiks, a renditionrich in asiks' words and experiences. In addition, he powerfully juxtaposes his ownautobiographical narratives, ethnopoetry, memories, and reflections with histhoughtful and detailed analysis. -- Mustafa Kemal Mirzeler, Western MichiganUniversity, Journal of Folklore Research, January 26, 2009

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Ilhan Başgöz is Professor Emeritus of Folklore and Central Eurasian Studies at Indiana University.

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