The Ottoman Endgame

The Ottoman Endgame by Sean McMeekin offers a groundbreaking retelling of 20th-century history from the perspective of the Ottoman Empire, focusing on the series of wars between 1911 and 1922, particularly World War I. Drawing on extensive research from newly opened archives, McMeekin reveals the often overlooked strategic narratives that shaped the modern Middle East, including the emergence of Turkey and the empire's complex disintegration. With compelling storytelling, this work provides the West with fresh insights into well-known events and highlights the lasting implications of the region’s historical upheavals.