Orhan Pamuk is a Turkish novelist, screenwriter, and academic. He is one of the most acclaimed and widely read authors in the world. He is the recipient of numerous awards, including the 2006 Nobel Prize in Literature. Pamuk's works often explore the intersection of East and West, and the clash of traditional and modern values. His novels are known for their richly detailed settings, complex characters, and philosophical themes. He has written over 20 novels, including My Name is Red, Snow, The Museum of Innocence, and The New Life. He is also a professor of comparative literature at Columbia University. Pamuk's work has been translated into more than 60 languages, making him one of the most widely read authors in the world.