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The Emergence of Modern Istanbul
Transformation and Modernisation of a City
The Emergence of Modern Istanbul
Transformation and Modernisation of a City
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In its transition from 18th century capital of the Ottoman Empire to economic powerhouse of the Turkish Republic, Istanbul has been altered beyond recognition. This intricate and original account charts the urban transformation of an iconic and hybrid city and, through this, delves into the broader arena of Turkey's history. After the establishment of the Republic, Turkey increasingly turned to the West for ideas about how to develop a modern culture, and Istanbul became a forum for different regimes to display their political, ideological and social policies in the context of the built environment. Murat Gul traces the impact of these changing policies on the very fabric of the city itself - its streets, buildings and landscapes - to present a compelling account of the dramatic changes to Turkey's most important metropolis.
Table of Contents
Key to pronunciation of Turkish characters
Introduction
1.The Demise of Classical Istanbul
2.Istanbul Between the Crimean War and the First World War
3.The Neglected City 1923–1933
4. Reshaping Istanbul under Kemalist Principles
5. Istanbul under Democrat Party Administration
6. Istanbul in Menderes' Hands 1956–1960
Conclusion
Notes
Figure Sources
Bibliography
Index
Product details
| Published | 05 Oct 2012 |
|---|---|
| Format | Paperback |
| Edition | 1st |
| Extent | 256 |
| ISBN | 9781780763743 |
| Imprint | I.B. Tauris |
| Illustrations | 40 b/w integrated |
| Dimensions | 234 x 156 mm |
| Publisher | Bloomsbury Publishing |
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