The Turks Today"In this sequel to his acclaimed biography, Ataturk, Andrew Mango traces the republic's development since the death of its founder and bringing to life the Turkish people and their vibrant society. The Turks Today interprets the latest academic research for a broader audience, making this book the definitive work on modern Turkey."--BOOK JACKET. |
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