Reflections on the Book of Dede Korkut: From Oral Tradition to Plagiarism

The text is a reflection on the Book of Dede Korkut, a collection of stories about the Oghuz Turks. It discusses the mythic figure Dede Korkut, the nature of the tales, and the transition from oral tradition to written text. The author also explores the concept of plagiarism, particularly in academia, and suggests that the university should embrace and legalize academic plagiarism. The essay concludes with a playful admission of plagiarism and a call to support the author's work.

• Reflection on the Book of Dede Korkut and its tales about the Oghuz Turks
• Discussion of the transition from oral tradition to written text
• Exploration of the concept of plagiarism, particularly in academia
• Suggestion to embrace and legalize academic plagiarism
• Playful admission of plagiarism and a call to support the author's work