This book is a photographic perspective on Istanbul reflecting the city's melancholy grace as it transcends into modernity and embraces tradition all at once.



The photographs are accompanied by a number of evocative poems from several Turkish writers to paint an atmospheric picture of a place full of vibration, reverberation and anticipation.



Undeniably, I have been touched by Istanbul's very soul ever since I first walked across the Galata Bridge and set my eyes on the surrounding hills and the Golden Horn.



Teşekkürler Istanbul. Thank you for your endless inspiration.



100 illustrations. 52 in color.