Overview

This is an impressive work that traces the relationship between the Soviet Union and Turkey on the one hand, and the Soviet Union and the Turkish Communist Party on the other, from the consolidation of the communist regime in Moscow until its fall.

Content Focus

The book considers how "Soviet Eastern Policy" was formed, how it changed over time, what the Soviet leaders hoped to gain in Turkey, and what impact Soviet policy had on the development of the Turkish communist movement.

Target Audience

It is a valuable resource for students and scholars with an interest in Russian and Soviet politics and international relations.