The oral tradition of the tales dates back to the 6th or 7th century. The stories were probably written down in the 14th or 15th century.
The narratives combine verse and prose. This combination captures a change from ancient nomadic myths to early Islamic values. Go to product viewer dialog for this item. The Book of Dede Korkut Dede Korkut / RusГ§a SeГ§me Hikayeler
The title typically refers to a collection of selected stories from the Book of Dede Korkut translated into Russian, often intended for language learners or those interested in Turkic cultural heritage. The Book of Dede Korkut: A Cultural Foundation The oral tradition of the tales dates back