Modernism And Nation Building by Sibel Bozdoğan
Turkish Architectural Culture in the Early Republic
This insightful work delves into the intricate relationship between architectural modernism and the nation-building efforts in early 20th-century Turkey. It explores how the adoption of modernist architectural styles was not merely an aesthetic choice but a strategic tool for the newly formed Turkish Republic to forge a national identity distinct from its Ottoman past. The book examines the socio-political context of this transformation, highlighting how architecture became a symbol of progress and modernization, reflecting the broader cultural and ideological shifts within the nation during this transformative period.
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- Published
- 2001
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- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 352
- Original Language
- English
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