Stone, Norman

Turkey: A Short History

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ISBN 13:
9780500292990
author:
Stone, Norman
format:
Paperback / softback
publisher:
Thames & Hudson Ltd
language:
English
Publication Year:
2017
Pages:
208
Dimensions:
19.8 x 13 centimetres (0.24 kg)
Genre:
History Textbook
Condition:
New
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£10.55

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Turkey: A Short History by Norman Stone This concise survey of Turkey's relations with its immediate neighbours and the wider world spans over 800 years, from the arrival of the Seljuks in Anatolia to the present day. The historian explores how this epic story has shaped the country, featuring figures such as Genghis Khan and Tamerlane alongside the glories of Sultan Süleyman the Magnificent. Norman Stone examines the reasons for the Ottoman Empire's long decline and shows how it gave birth to the modern Turkish republic, where east and west, religion and secularism, tradition and modernity form vibrant elements of national identity. A masterly exposition of Turkey's history, this book draws out the larger themes of the country's past. A rich and engaging account of a pivotal region in world history, Turkey: A Short History is an essential read for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of the Middle East and beyond.

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