Dede Korkut
The twelve tales
Each story told by Dede Korkut is called a boy, a tale. The order follows the Dresden manuscript of the book. App chapters and podcast episodes are added as they are ready, not in this order.
Boğaç, Son of Dirse Khan
A boy who earns his name by facing a bull, the lies of jealous men, and a mother who never stops searching.
The Plundering of Salur Kazan's Camp
While Kazan is away hunting, enemies raid his camp and take his wife Burla and son Uruz captive. A shepherd shows Kazan the way.
Bamsı Beyrek, Son of Kam Büre
Promised to Banıçiçek since the cradle, Beyrek is taken captive on his wedding night. Sixteen years later he returns home in disguise.
The Captivity of Uruz, Son of Kazan
Salur Kazan takes his son Uruz on his first raid to teach him courage. When Uruz is captured, his mother Burla sets out after him too.
Deli Dumrul, Son of Duha Koca
A young man who challenges the Angel of Death, his search for someone to give a life for his, and the love that changes everything.
Kan Turalı, Son of Kanglı Koca
Seeking a bride stronger than himself, Kan Turalı fights a bull, a lion and a camel for Selcan. When he is in danger, it is Selcan who saves him.
Yigenek, Son of Kazılık Koca
Kazılık Koca has been a prisoner in the fortress of Düzmürd for sixteen years. His son Yigenek marches on the fortress with the Oghuz lords to free him.
How Basat Killed Tepegöz
A giant that no arrow can pierce and no sword can cut, and the hero who defeats him with wit rather than strength.
Emren, Son of Begil
Offended by Kazan, Begil withdraws to his own lands and is wounded while hunting. When enemies seize the moment, his young son Emren goes to battle in his place.
Segrek, Son of Uşun Koca
Learning that his elder brother Egrek is a prisoner in the fortress of Alınca, Segrek leaves his own wedding to find him. The two brothers meet without recognising each other.
Salur Kazan's Captivity and His Rescue by Uruz
Salur Kazan is taken prisoner and spends years in a dungeon. It falls to his son Uruz to set out and free him.
The Revolt of the Outer Oghuz and the Death of Beyrek
The lords of the Outer Oghuz unite against Salur Kazan. Aruz Koca's treachery costs Beyrek his life, and the book closes with this bitter tale.
