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In this masterful work of accessible scholarship, Ryan Gingeras unravels the complex tale of the Ottoman Empire's twilight years. Once a formidable presence in European history since medieval times, the Empire's ill-fated alliance with Germany and Austria-Hungary in 1914 set the stage for its dramatic unravelling.
Gingeras, with his characteristic lucidity, guides readers through the Empire's transformation from a vast political and religious entity—stretching from the Adriatic to the Indian Ocean—to a patchwork of European colonies and an independent Saudi Arabia. The author deftly explores the Sultan's dual role as ruler of the Holy Sites and Caliph, successor to Mohammed, adding depth to this intricate narrative.
As the Empire crumbled, pressing questions arose: Could any part be salvaged from the Allied onslaught? What price would be exacted to forge a cohesive, independent state from such a diverse ethnic and religious tapestry? Gingeras's gripping account of modern Turkey's birth from these ashes is a bitter epic, masterfully conveyed.
'The Last Days of the Ottoman Empire' offers a penetrating look at a pivotal moment in history, illuminating how decisions made a century ago continue to cast long shadows over our world today. This tour de force is essential reading for those seeking to understand the complexities of the modern Middle East.
Book ISBN: | 9780141992778 |
Book Weight: | 294g |
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Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’