An old but engaging and informative analysis of Turkish identity, with books reviewed along the way.
The Economist considers the similarities and differences between New Year 2013 and New Year 1913.
Historian Margaret MacMillan comments on parallels between the causes of WWI and the current crisis in Syria.
Contains an excellent diagram summarising the relationships between the different states and groups vying for power in the Middle East. Published in the Washington Post but originally made by blogger, the Big Pharaoh.
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