Andrew Finkel
Turkey: What Everyone Needs to Know
- ISBN 13:
- 9780199733040
- author:
- Andrew Finkel
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Oxford University Press, USA
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2012
- Pages:
- 188
- Dimensions:
- 20.6 x 13.7 x 1.5 cm
- Genre:
- Business, Finance & Law, Biographies & Histories, Business & Economic History, Economics, European history, Middle Eastern history, Politics & government, Regional studies, History: World, History / Middle East / Turkey & Ottoman Empire, Middle East
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Turkey: A Nation of Contrasts Turkey occupies a strategic position in today's world, straddling both Europe and the Middle East. Its unique blend of cultural, historical, and geographical influences makes it a fascinating country to explore. With a large and growing economy, Turkey is a key player in global affairs, boasting an economy larger than many of the states that have joined the EU in recent years. Andrew Finkel, a seasoned writer and observer of Turkish politics, provides a concise and insightful look at the country's complexities. He sets the stage for understanding Turkey's history, from the Ottoman Empire to the secular nationalist revolution led by Kemal Atatürk, and the repeated political interventions by the military. Finkel reveals a nation full of surprises, where unexpected outcomes often arise from the country's labyrinthine politics. From the Kurdish question to economic policy, Finkel illuminates the past and present of this unique and consequential country. With its rich history, complex politics, and intriguing cultural landscape, Turkey is a country that will continue to captivate and intrigue readers.