Over time, I have come to see the work of literature less as narrating the world than "seeing the world with words."From the moment he begins to use words like colors in a painting, a writer can begin to see how wondrous and surprising the world is, and he breaks the bones of language to find his own voice. For this he needs paper, a pen, and the optimism of a child looking at the world for the first time.
In his work "Other Colors: Essays and A Story," Orhan Pamuk reflects on the essence of literature, suggesting that it transcends mere storytelling. Instead, he proposes that literature serves as a means to perceive and interpret the world through the medium of words, much like an artist uses colors on a canvas to express their vision. This perspective emphasizes the deeper engagement with reality that comes from a writer's craft.
Pamuk discusses the transformative journey of a writer, who, armed with just a pen and paper, approaches the world with the curiosity and innocence of a child. By breaking down conventional language, the writer discovers their unique voice and, in doing so, unveils the inherent beauty and complexity of the world around them. This imaginative exploration highlights the profound connection between language and perception in the artistic process.
