"Memed, My Hawk" is a novel set in the harsh and lawless rural Turkey of the 1920s. It follows the story of a young boy, Memed, who becomes an outlaw and a local hero after standing up to the corrupt authorities and feudal landlords who oppress his village. The novel explores themes of love, revenge, and social justice, and is a powerful indictment of the social and economic conditions of rural Turkey in the early 20th century.

"Forest of the Hanged" is a gripping novel set during World War I, focusing on a Romanian officer serving in the Austro-Hungarian army who is forced to confront his own morality and identity. After his brother is executed for treason, the protagonist struggles with his loyalty to the army and his inherent connection to his native land, leading to a profound spiritual crisis. The narrative explores themes of nationalism, duty, conscience, and the devastating psychological impact of war.