Ataturk: The Radical Transformer of Modern Turkey

This chapter explores the incredible journey of Ataturk, the founder of modern Turkey, from his birth to his radical leadership. It delves into his progressive approach, focus on building a Turkish identity, and accelerationist methods, which led to drastic changes like script reform, women's rights, and secularization. The chapter also discusses the economic legacy, the geopolitical reorientation towards the West, and the evolving political landscape of Turkey post Ataturk's era.

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