Mir Ali İrğa

Folktales passed down from generation to generation carry not only the stories of the past, but also the values, imagination, and life experiences of societies into the future. Narrated by Merve Üçer, Three Apples Fell from the Sky brings the rich storytelling heritage of Turkish oral culture together with children. Diverse tales ranging from The Lazy Man to The Brave Sparrow are retold with their unique characters, plots, and moral values, nurturing children's imagination while naturally conveying human values such as sharing, courage, kindness, and solidarity.

Following the trail of books, historic landmarks, and cultural traces reaching from the past to the present, The Bookshop opens new windows into the history of literature and civilization. Hosted by İsmet Numanoğlu, the program explores a wide range of topics—from the travels of Evliya Çelebi and the historic gates of Istanbul to literary masterpieces and cultural venues bearing the imprints of the past—bringing reading culture together with the perspective of history and urban memory.