A Prisoner In Turkey (1920) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781436637213)

A Prisoner In Turkey is a non-fiction book written by John Still and originally published in 1920. The book is a personal account of Still's experience as a prisoner of war during World War I. Still, an Englishman, was captured by the Ottoman Empire in 1915 and spent over two years in Turkish prisons and labor camps.The book details Still's journey from his initial capture to his eventual release and return to England. It provides a vivid description of life in the Turkish prison system, including the harsh conditions, mistreatment by guards, and the physical and emotional toll it took on prisoners.Throughout the book, Still reflects on his experiences and the impact they had on him. He also provides insight into the political and social climate of Turkey during this time period, including the role of religion and the tensions between different ethnic and religious groups.Overall, A Prisoner In Turkey is a compelling and eye-opening account of a little-known aspect of World War I and provides a unique perspective on the experiences of prisoners of war.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.

Author: John Still
ISBN-10: 143663721X
ISBN-13: 9781436637213
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/02/2008
Pages: 256
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.20lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.75d