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Turkey: a Past and a Future   By: (1889-1975)

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Turkey: A Past and a Future by Arnold Joseph Toynbee is a thought-provoking exploration of the rich historical background and potential future of this diverse and vibrant nation. Spanning centuries of history, Toynbee takes readers on a captivating journey that sheds light on Turkey's complex societal fabric.

One of the book's greatest strengths lies in Toynbee's meticulous research and deep understanding of Turkey. His writing skillfully weaves together various historical narratives, providing valuable insights into the nation's evolution. From the Byzantine Empire to the Ottoman era and beyond, Toynbee captivates readers with his detailed accounts and sheds light on Turkey's vital role in shaping world history.

What sets this book apart is its balanced perspective. Toynbee does not shy away from addressing the challenges and difficulties that Turkey has faced throughout its past. He delves into controversial topics such as the Armenian Genocide, attempting to offer a nuanced understanding of the different interpretations surrounding these events. This fair and unbiased approach allows readers to form their own judgments without feeling coerced into accepting a specific narrative.

Furthermore, Toynbee dives into the contemporary situation in Turkey, outlining the nation's social, political, and economic dynamics. His analysis of Turkey's role in the 20th century global context is astute and thoroughly researched, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of the nation's challenges and potential.

Toynbee's writing style is engaging and accessible, making the book suitable for both academic historians and general readers interested in Turkey's history and future prospects. The author's ability to present complex concepts in a straightforward manner is commendable. Additionally, the inclusion of maps, photographs, and illustrations further enhances the reading experience, bringing the historical events to life and aiding the reader's comprehension.

While the book is a comprehensive account of Turkey's past and present, it does, at times, feel overwhelming due to its sheer volume of information. Some readers might find it challenging to stay fully engaged throughout the entirety of the book. However, for those with a keen interest in history, this book is a treasure trove of knowledge and insights.

In conclusion, Turkey: A Past and a Future by Arnold Joseph Toynbee is an essential resource for anyone seeking a deep understanding of Turkey's historical trajectory and its place in the world. Toynbee's meticulous research, balanced perspective, and engaging writing style make this book a valuable addition to any history enthusiast's collection.

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TURKEY: A PAST AND A FUTURE

BY A.J. TOYNBEE

MCMXVII

CONTENTS

I THE PAST

II THE PRESENT

III THE FUTURE

I

What is Turkey? It is a name which explains nothing, for no formula can embrace the variety of the countries marked "Ottoman" on the map: the High Yemen, with its monsoons and tropical cultivation; the tilted rim of the Hedjaz, one desert in a desert zone that stretches from the Sahara to Mongolia; the Mesopotamian rivers, breaking the desert with a strip of green; the pine covered mountain terraces of Kurdistan, which gird in Mesopotamia as the hills of the North West Frontier of India gird the Plains; the Armenian highlands, bleak as the Pamirs, which feed Mesopotamia with their snows and send it the soil they cannot keep themselves; the Anatolian peninsula an offshoot of Central Europe with its rocks and fine timber and mountain streams, but nursing a steppe in its heart more intractable than the Puszta of Hungary; the coast lands Trebizond and Ismid and Smyrna clinging to the Anatolian mainland and Syria interposing itself between the desert and the sea, but all, with their vines and olives and sharp contours, keeping true to the Mediterranean; and then the waterway of narrows and land locked sea and narrows again which links the Mediterranean with the Black Sea and the Russian hinterland, and which has not its like in the world... Continue reading book >>




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