Millî Mücadele Döneminde Müfide Ferit Tek

One of the important names in Turkish literature, Müfide Ferit Tek (1892-1971) started writing during the National Literature period and produced works on a nationalist line. Turkism, one of the dominant understandings of the period, and feminism, which was just beginning to show itself in the country, are prominent not only in her novels but also in her articles in newspapers and magazines. Müfide Ferit, who wrote many articles about the situation in the country during the National Struggle period, also took her place among the intellectuals of the period with the conferences she gave. Her contribution to the struggle period ensured that Müfide Ferit was one of the most talked about names in those years. In this context, it is clear that Müfide Ferit was one of the intellectuals whose name was most frequently encountered in newspapers and magazines of the period. However, the studies conducted on her today are not sufficient when compared to her influence during her time. Although some of her works from this period have been brought to light, the impact of her works is unknown. In this article, we will examine the articles written by Müfide Ferit Tek in newspapers and magazines during the War of Independence, as well as the impact of these articles and especially her conferences. This study will shed more light on Müfide Ferit's place in the War of Independence; it will also contribute to studies conducted on the War of Independence.