Outlines a vision for rebuilding America's strategic partnerships in the Middle East, proposing specific recommendations for alliances with Iran, Israel, Saudi Arabia and other candidates while citing the examples of historical figures.
Reports on conditions in Turkey at the beginning of the twenty-first century, looking at the country's potential to become a world leader, and examining the factors that could keep that from happening.
Explores the growth and spread of Muslim peoples from the early 600s to the end of the Ottoman Empire. Examines what allowed early Islamic empires to spread from the Middle East to the far corners of Asia and into Europe and what led to their eventual decline. Includes color illustrations and maps, a glossary, a timeline, and further reading sources.
Scholarly eighteen-year-old Paula and her merchant father journey from Transylvania to Istanbul to buy an ancient pagan artifact rumored to be charmed, but others, including a handsome Portuguese pirate and an envoy from the magical Wildwood, want to acquire the item, as well.
Describes the imperial histories of China, India, and Turkey, covering such topics as the Han dynasty, the Moghuls, and the reign of Suleyman the Magnificent.
Presents an illustrated overview of Turkey, describing the history, physical environment, people and culture, government, economy, regions, cities, and future prospects of the country, and including facts, a time line, and a further-reading list.
