The author lived in Turkey for many years during which time Kenan became a good friend.
The first edition of My Big Father was written later in West Beirut, Lebanon, during a time of violent clashes between rival groups. Bombs, kidnappings and shootings, many in the name of religion, provided an apt backcloth against which to contrast the life of such a joyful Turkish believer.
Kenan’s life was transformed by the love of his Big Father and his faith reached out in love to touch the hearts of many, whatever their background.
