This book covers the emergence of Turkey over two centuries, from the decline and collapse of the Ottoman Empire up to the present day. This new edition discusses the origins of his book in the Cold War era and the events that have taken place since its first publication in 1961. It addresses Turkey's emergence as a decidedly Western-oriented power despite internal opposition from neutralists and Islamic fundamentalists. It examines such issues as Turkey's inclusion in NATO and application to the European Union, and its involvement with the politics of the Middle East.

Turkish collection.

I. Introduction: The sources of Turkish Civilization -- pt. I. The stages of emergence. II. The decline of the Ottoman Empire -- III. The impact of the West -- IV. The Ottoman reform -- V. The seeds of Revolution -- VI. Despotism and enlightenment -- VII. Union and progress -- VIII. The Kemalist Republic -- IX. The Republic after Kemal -- pt. II. Aspects of Change. X. Community and nation -- XI. State and government -- XII. Religion and culture -- XIII. Elite and class -- XIV. Conclusions: The Turkish Revolution.