Founding of Turkey explores the transformation of Anatolia from ancient times through the rise and fall of the Ottoman Empire to the establishment of the modern Turkish Republic. The book traces the ebb and flow of empires, including the Byzantine and Seljuk, and the profound impact of religious conversion on the region’s social and legal systems. It investigates how Turkish national identity emerged during the late Ottoman period, culminating in the Turkish War of Independence led by Mustafa Kemal Atatürk. Uniquely, this book emphasizes the conscious effort to break from the past while preserving cultural heritage.
The book presents a chronological narrative, starting with pre-Ottoman civilizations and meticulously detailing the Ottoman Empire’s expansion and decline. It examines critical events such as the Tanzimat Reforms and the Young Turk Revolution, leading to World War I and its aftermath. The analysis challenges simplistic views of Turkish history, highlighting the agency of Turkish nationalists in shaping their destiny.
Understanding Turkey’s past is crucial for interpreting its current geopolitical role and internal dynamics.
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