Deutschland Über Allah

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Benson, E. F. (Edward Frederic), 1867-1940.

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Deutschland Über Allah" by E. F. Benson is a political pamphlet written during the early 20th century, specifically around the time of World War I. The book examines Germany's diplomatic and military strategies in the Ottoman Empire, illustrating how Germany effectively manipulated the geopolitical landscape for its own advantage. It delves into the intersection of military power and psychological warfare, particularly focusing on Germany's treatment of Turkey as it sought to bolster its own influence. In this thought-provoking work, Benson outlines the intricate steps taken by Germany to establish dominance over Turkey, effectively turning it into a quasi-colony. He highlights the role of German diplomacy, which was marked by significant investment in military training, economic control, and cultural indoctrination within Turkey. The narrative reveals how Germany supported the rise of the Young Turks while simultaneously furthering its own Pan-Germanic agenda, culminating in a problematic relationship exemplified by events such as the Armenian massacres. Benson's analysis serves as a critical examination of the catastrophic consequences that arise when a powerful nation seeks to exploit another, providing a stark warning about the dangers of unchecked imperialism and the commodification of geopolitics. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Chuck Greif (This file was produced from images available at The Internet Archive)

Notes:

Reading ease score: 52.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Release date is 2013-07-01