With this publication, which is included in the "handbooks" series of graphics publications, for those who adopt Turkish folk literature as a scientific field of study, and those who want to know this field of literature with intellectual curiosity, it is aimed to present the theoretical expansions of Turkish folk literature in general terms. it includes the history of folklore and Turkish folk literature studies, the theories that emerged or applied in the process of interpreting folk literature texts, the types and definitions of individual and anonymous creations of Turkish folk literature, the main representatives of ashug and tekke poetry and the current situation of this literature. While these subjects are being discussed, the reader will have the chance to find all the information in this book, as the intellectual curiosity towards folk literature and those who choose literature as a profession are considered together. . This publication is ideal for readers seeking insightful and educational content. Prepared by experienced authors and printed with high-quality materials. Great for students, educators, and curious minds.