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From Life Itself: Turkey, Istanbul, and a Neighborhood in the Age of Erdoğan
From Life Turkey, Istanbul, and a Neighborhood in the Age of Erdoğan by Suzy Hansen is a forthcoming title from Farrar, Straus and Giroux.
368 pages, Hardcover
Published April 28, 2026
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May 7, 2026
From Life Itself is a thoughtful and immersive exploration of Turkey, Istanbul, and everyday life during the Erdoğan era.
Suzy Hansen combines political insight with cultural observation, creating a nuanced portrait of how large historical and political forces shape neighborhoods, communities, and personal identity.
Overall, it is a reflective and compelling work of nonfiction that will resonate with readers interested in politics, history, and deeply human storytelling.
Suzy Hansen combines political insight with cultural observation, creating a nuanced portrait of how large historical and political forces shape neighborhoods, communities, and personal identity.
Overall, it is a reflective and compelling work of nonfiction that will resonate with readers interested in politics, history, and deeply human storytelling.
May 11, 2026
An intriguing blend of personal, local, and political history.
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