About “Snow”

"Snow" is a novel by Orhan Pamuk that blends political intrigue, philosophy, and romance. The story follows an exiled poet named Ka, who returns to Turkey and travels to the remote city of Kars. His mission is to report on a series of suicides among religious girls who are banned from wearing head-scarves. At the same time, he is drawn to his memories of Ipek, a woman he once loved who is now recently divorced. As Ka navigates the city's harsh winter and deepening tensions, he encounters a range of characters, including Ipek’s ex-husband and a charismatic terrorist. The novel explores themes of faith, doubt, and the complexities of identity.

Praise for “Snow”

“Astonishingly timely ... A deft melding of political intrigue and philosophy, romance, and noir.”

— Vogue

“Not only an engrossing feat of tale-spinning, but essential reading for our times.”

— Margaret Atwood, The New York Times Book Review

Book details

First published
2002
Latest edition
2011 · ISBN 9780307700889
Pages
430
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