Erdogan’s Empire: Turkey and the Politics of the Middle East

📘 Erdogan’s Empire: Turkey and the Politics of the Middle East
✍️ By Soner Cagaptay

Dive into the dramatic transformation of modern Turkey with Erdogan’s Empire, a sharp and timely analysis of President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan’s rise and his quest to reshape Turkey into a dominant regional power.

Political expert Soner Cagaptay traces Erdoğan’s journey from mayor of Istanbul to one of the most powerful—and controversial—leaders in the Middle East. This book unpacks how Erdoğan has redefined Turkish identity, consolidated power, silenced opposition, and shifted foreign policy away from the West towards a more assertive and independent path.

🧠 Why You’ll Love It:

• Explores authoritarianism, Islamism, and nationalism in Turkey

• Offers critical insight into Turkey’s regional ambitions

• Reveals the inner workings of Erdoğan’s strategy and mindset

• Perfect for readers of Middle Eastern politics, geopolitics, and modern history

📚 What You’ll Learn:

• How Erdoğan reshaped Turkish democracy and governance

• The ideological shifts behind Turkey’s foreign and domestic policy

• The impact of Erdoğan’s rule on the Middle East and global alliances

• The challenges facing Turkish society under increasing authoritarianism

📌 Perfect For:

• Students of international relations or political science

• Readers interested in Middle Eastern affairs

• Analysts and journalists covering geopolitics

• Anyone seeking to understand Turkey’s evolving global role