I haven't read all of his books but I appreciate this writer a great deal. I'd so much prefer that he not become a martyr of some sort.
I guess I lost my link re the threat. Back in a bit.
http://www.hurriyet.com.tr/english/5817673.asp?gid=74
Well, there are many links on how Pamuk has been threatened. As I surmise, Pamuk is a connector, not a decimator of one side or another. Past that, a very good writer.