Orhan Veli

Orhan Veli Kanık was a famous 20th century Turkish poet. He started the Garip movement, but died at a tragically young age. He is known for advocating a poetry without excessive stylistic elements and adjectives, and prefers a style closer to free-verse. He is known for his unique voice, and depth of emotion underlying the seemingly easy-coming nature of his verse. His poetry is highly admired by the public as well as in academic circles.