Placeholder text

Go to cart

In Tripoli

By Enver Pasha

Product Image: In Tripoli

In Tripoli

By Enver Pasha

0 - Default Title
Description
This book presents for the first time an English translation of the letters of Enver Pasha, one of the Ottoman Empire's most iconic and controversial figures, compiled into the form of a diary written in Libya during the Turco-Italian War (1911-1912).From vivid accounts of battle preparations and political intrigue in Istanbul to intimate reflections beneath the Cyrenaican night sky, Enver's writing reveals the mind of a man torn between duty, ambition, and love. His words trace the emotional and ideological journey of an Ottoman officer determined to rally the Muslim world against Italian encroachment - even as he contends with uncertainty and isolation. Alongside these firsthand journal entries are the deeply personal letters he sent to his wife during the war, offering a rare glimpse into his private thoughts, fears, and ideals amidst the desert campaign. Translated with fidelity to the original tone and historical context, this collection sheds light on a pivotal yet often misunderstood episode in Ottoman history. It is a must-read for those interested in Libyan or Ottoman history, or for those simply interested in the man himself.
Product details
Binding:
Paperback
Edition:
1
Number of Pages:
128
Release Date:
2025-06-17
Publication Date:
2025-06-17
Publisher:
Suavi Publishing House
Languages:
Original: English
ISBN10:
9090403671
ISBN13:
9789090403670
GPSR Manufacturer Reference:
[email protected]
Weight:
198 g
Height:
152 cm
Width:
229 cm
Thickness:
7 cm
Buy on Amazon
Currently sold out