Mehmet Rauf was a prominent Turkish novelist and playwright born in 1875 in Istanbul. He is best known for his contributions to Turkish literature during the late Ottoman period and the early years of the Republic of Turkey. His most famous work, "İlk Aşk" (First Love), explores themes of love and longing, reflecting the complexities of human emotions. Rauf was also a key figure in the Servet-i Fünun literary movement, which aimed to modernize Turkish literature. He wrote extensively, producing novels, short stories, and essays that highlighted social issues and the changing dynamics of Turkish society in his time.