Hikmet Özdemir releases new study on Nasreddin Hoca and humor

Author and educator Hikmet Özdemir has released a new book that examines the concept of humor from scientific and literary perspectives, centered on the figure of Nasreddin Hoca.

Moving beyond a simple collection of anecdotes, the work explores the historical origins of humor, the relationship between laughter and comedy, and the structural characteristics of Turkish anecdotes. The book also analyzes concepts such as irony, satire, and criticism within Turkish literature. Özdemir utilized various domestic and international studies to provide a comprehensive look at Nasreddin Hoca’s life, his sense of humor, and his place in both Turkish and global comedic traditions.