After moving with his family from the big city to Köyceğiz, Kaan meets an intriguing man known as "the Birdman" through his new friends. With a parrot perched on his shoulder, the Birdman is as eccentric as he is colorful. He often takes the children on boat trips, during which he shares legends and stories they've never heard before. It is from him that the children first learn about curious birds like the houbara bustard and the blue-beaked pelican, and they listen with fascination to his tales about the shearwaters, the secret of the Walking Lake, and the Seagull Legend.

But despite his wisdom and cultured demeanor, the Birdman's strange and unsettling behavior begins to cast doubt in the minds of the four friends. What lies behind his mysterious actions? Though they feel a brotherly closeness to him, they can't ignore their growing suspicions. Before long, their curiosity leads them into an exciting and unexpected adventure.

Almarpa'nın Gizemi (The Mystery of Almarpa) encourages readers to observe and explore the world around them more closely. By weaving together local myths and legends, the story fosters a deeper awareness of cultural heritage and helps inspire a generation that values and protects its history and traditions.

Age: 10+

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