Lebanon and Turkey: Historical Contexts and Contemporary Realities

The Ottoman Empire and its successor, the Republic of Turkey, have significantly influenced the socio-political and religious landscape of Lebanon, yet there is a lack of contemporary studies examining their relationship back to Ottoman rule. This text fills this gap by exploring patterns and shifts in Lebanon-Turkey relations within the context of regional and international politics, from Ottoman rule to Turkey's AKP-led governments. It highlights the complexities and changes across centuries, underscores misconceptions, and provides lessons learned from this long-term relationship.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 272 pages
Publication date: 19 June 2023
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing Plc

The Ottoman Empire and its successor, the Republic of Turkey, have played a significant role in shaping the socio-political and religious landscape of Lebanon, yet contemporary studies have yet to explore the historical relationship between the two countries. This text aims to address this gap by examining patterns and shifts in Lebanon-Turkey relations within the broader context of regional and international politics from Ottoman rule to the AKP-led governments of Turkey. By delving into the cultural, political, demographic, economic, and sectarian complexities and changes that have occurred over centuries, this comprehensive account sheds light on the developments and dynamics that have contributed to the formation of modern Lebanon and its confessional system and politics. It highlights the misconceptions and lessons learned from this long-term relationship, placing Lebanon-Turkey relations within a historical continuum.

Weight: 386g
Dimension: 223 x 154 x 15 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781538177518