The Time Regulation Institute
by Ahmet Hamdi TanpınarAbout This Book
The Time Regulation Institute by Ahmet Hamdi Tanpınar is a landmark work of literary fiction, first published in 1962. A satirical novel that critiques the modernization efforts in Turkey during the early 20th century. It follows the life of Hayri Irdal, a man working at the fictional Time Regulation Institute, an organization tasked with synchronizing clocks across the country. Through its absurd and humorous narrative, the book explores themes of time, identity, and the clash between tradition and modernity. Themes of modernization, identity, tradition vs. modernity run through the work.
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📖 Literary Fiction
Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.
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Ahmet Hamdi Tanpınar is a Turkey author whose work in literary fiction has earned recognition from readers and critics alike.
