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Excerpt from Turkey: Being Sketches From Life
I have ventured to intrude upon your leisure to acquaint you with a few loose facts, which I have learned in various ways, respecting our mutual connections, the Turks.
The dominant fraction of a people without a head, torn by discontented and stubborn or frantic nationalities, with a most abominable internal organization; acting upon principles of government utterly false and absurd, yet rooted in their minds harassed and waylaid at every turn by foreign influence, often in the hands of interested and improper people bowing a stiff and unwilling neck to that influence, but resenting it in their deep stern hearts; undoing, therefore, with the right hand that which they have been just forced to accomplish with the left; seemingly pliable and easy, but really obstinate and austere beyond belief, - such (and something more) are our estimable allies. I am sorry for it; so, I dare say, are you; but this, unfortunately, does not alter the fact, or the results which are likely to arise from it, be those results what they may.
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This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Excerpt from Turkey: Being Sketches From Life
My Amiable and Discerning Friend,
I have ventured to intrude upon your leisure to acquaint you with a few loose facts, which I have learned in various ways, respecting our mutual connections, the Turks.
The dominant fraction of a people without a head, torn by discontented and stubborn or frantic nationalities, with a most abominable internal organization; acting upon principles of government utterly false and absurd, yet rooted in their minds; harassed and waylaid at every turn by foreign influence, often in the hands of interested and improper people; bowing a stiff and unwilling neck to that influence, but resenting it in their deep stern hearts; undoing, therefore, with the right hand that which they have been just forced to accomplish with the left; seemingly pliable and easy, but really obstinate and austere beyond belief, - such (and something more) are our estimable allies. I am sorry for it; so, I dare say, are you; but this, unfortunately, does not alter the fact, or the results which are likely to arise from it, be those results what they may.
I have a high respect for the individual Turk; I have often felt a warm personal friendship for him; I have found him brave, simple, charitable, sincere. But, do you know, I am afraid this merely means that there are a great many good people everywhere.
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Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com
This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
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Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book offers an unmatched glimpse into the inner workings of the British Embassy in Constantinople in the mid-19th century. The author, a member of the embassy staff, provides an insider's account of the political landscape of the time, rife with intrigue and diplomatic tension. The book delves into the complex dynamics between the British and Turkish governments, shedding light on the challenges faced by foreign diplomats in navigating the complexities of Ottoman society. Through vivid descriptions and astute observations, the author explores the cultural and political nuances of the region, offering a unique perspective on one of history's most pivotal periods. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Nº de ref. del artículo: 9781331367208_0
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PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Nº de ref. del artículo: LW-9781331367208
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