Ahmet Hakan Coskun
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Authorship and Published Works
Ahmet Hakan Coşkun is the author of several books that delve into cultural, intellectual, and political subjects. Some of his noteworthy publications include Şehir, 81 İl ve Meşhur Yemekleri ("City, 81 Provinces, and Their Famous Dishes"), which explores regional Turkish cuisine; Milliyetçilik ve Ahmet'in Kabakları ("Nationalism and Ahmet's Zucchinis"), a reflective commentary on nationalism and everyday life; and Bir Türk Dehası Oktay Sinanoğlu ("A Turkish Genius: Oktay Sinanoğlu"), a biographical work on the renowned Turkish scientist.
Quick Facts
- Birth Date
- 11 Aug, 1967
- Age
- 52 yrs
- Occupations
- Journalist
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- Citizenship
- Turkey
- Birth Place
- Sorgun
- Gender
- Male
- Description
- Turkish journalist
- Twitter Id
- Ahmethc
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Another significant title is Deniz Baykal, CHP ve Anadolu Solu ("Deniz Baykal, the CHP, and the Anatolian Left"), which offers insight into political ideologies and figures within Turkish history. Across his books, Coşkun combines personal observations with broader societal commentary.
2015 Assault and Aftermath
On October 1, 2015, Ahmet Hakan Coşkun was physically attacked by four men outside his home in Istanbul, sustaining a broken nose and broken ribs. The assault was widely condemned internationally, including by the OSCE and the Council of Europe, as an attack on press freedom in Turkey, and led to a trial of seven suspects. After recovering, he returned to his professional duties and has remained active in journalism and media.
