The Diary Of A Turk (1903)

By Halil Halid

Book Overview

The Diary of a Turk is a book written by Halid Halil, originally published in 1903. The book is a fictional account of the life of a Turkish man named Selim who keeps a diary of his experiences during the late 19th century Ottoman Empire. The story follows Selim's journey from his childhood in Istanbul to his adulthood as a soldier, diplomat, and writer. Throughout the book, Selim reflects on the political and social changes happening in Turkey at the time, including the rise of nationalism and the decline of the Ottoman Empire. He also explores themes of love, family, and personal growth. The Diary of a Turk is a unique and insightful look into the life of a Turkish man during a pivotal moment in the country's history.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: 1120030625
• ISBN13: 9781120030627
• Release Date: August 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 296 Pages
• Weight: 0.88 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"