Orhan Kemal was a prominent Turkish author, born on September 15, 1914, in Adana, Turkey. He is best known for his realistic novels that depict the struggles of the working class and the poor in Turkish society. His writing often reflects his own experiences, as he faced poverty and hardship throughout his life. Kemal's most famous works include İnce Mehmed and Bütün Şehir, which explore themes of social injustice and human dignity. He was a significant figure in Turkish literature, contributing to the understanding of the socio-economic issues in Turkey during the mid-20th century. Orhan Kemal passed away on June 2, 1970.