Stories of Istanbul
Steen, Thorvald: Historier om Istanbul
"The intention with this little book is to show you why you need to see Istanbul. I will tell stories of some of my meetings with people who have taught me why this is the most important city in the world. For many in our part of the world, this is a well kept secret. This might in itself be a good enough reason to go there."
- Thorvald Steen in the introduction
In several of his books, Thorvald Steen has charted the relationship between east and west, and in most of them Istanbul has been central, marking the place where the two meet, geographically and in history. Sharing generously of his great knowledge as well as personal experience, Steen here guides the reader through the city's cultural and historical treasures, while keeping an eye on how life there has been influenced by political issues.
Praise for STORIES OF ISTANBUL:
“Here are people, emotions, destinies in a colourful tapestry that also testifies to the author’s superior observational skills and insight into his material”
(Aftenposten)
“For first time-visitors with an interest in and taste for history, Steen’s book must be a treasure.”
(Fædrelandsvennen)
“The most negative thing to be said about STORIES OF ISTANBUL, is that the book is only 122 pages long.”
(Dagbladet)
First published: 2002/2008, Dinamo
Thorvald Steen: Biography and bibliography
