The Real Turk (1914)

By Stanwood Cobb

Book Overview

The Real Turk is a historical novel written by Stanwood Cobb and published in 1914. The book is set in the 19th century Ottoman Empire and follows the life of a young Turkish man named Osman, who is struggling to find his place in a changing world. Osman is torn between his loyalty to his traditional Muslim upbringing and his desire to embrace modernity and Western values.As Osman navigates the complexities of Turkish society, he encounters a diverse cast of characters, including European diplomats, Turkish nationalists, and Islamic fundamentalists. Along the way, he falls in love with a beautiful American woman named Alice, who challenges his beliefs and forces him to confront his deepest fears and desires.The Real Turk is a vivid and engaging portrait of a society in transition, as well as a timeless exploration of the human condition. Through Osman's journey, Cobb explores themes of identity, culture clash, and the struggle for self-discovery. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in Turkish history and culture, as well as for those who enjoy a good coming-of-age story.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: 1165800446
• ISBN13: 9781165800445
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 348 Pages
• Weight: 1.03 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"