Critical Times In Turkey: And England's Responsibility

By Georgina King Lewis

Book Overview

Critical Times In Turkey: And England's Responsibility is a book written by Georgina King Lewis that focuses on the political and social situation in Turkey and the role that England played in it during the early 20th century. The book provides a detailed account of the events that led to the downfall of the Ottoman Empire and the rise of the Turkish Republic under the leadership of Mustafa Kemal Ataturk. Lewis examines the policies of the British government towards Turkey during this time, including the Sykes-Picot Agreement and the Treaty of Sevres, which had a significant impact on the region. She also explores the role of various individuals and organizations, such as the British Foreign Office and the League of Nations, in shaping the political landscape of Turkey.The book delves into the complex issues of nationalism, religion, and ethnicity that were at play in Turkey during this period. Lewis analyzes the tensions between the Turkish government and minority groups such as the Kurds and Armenians, and the impact of these tensions on the broader political situation in the region.Overall, Critical Times In Turkey: And England's Responsibility provides a comprehensive and thought-provoking analysis of the events that shaped modern-day Turkey, and the role that external powers such as England played in those events. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and politics of the Middle East.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163601055
• ISBN13: 9781163601051
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 226 Pages
• Weight: 0.68 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"