02480cam a22003253u 4500 46608 UtSlPG 20260610134053.0 m cr n 260607r2014||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 DR Carlyle, Thomas, 1795-1881 Shall Turkey Live or Die? Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2014 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2014-08-17 Produced by Turgut Dincer (This file was produced from images generously made available by Hathi Trust Digital Library) "Shall Turkey Live or Die?" by Thomas Carlyle is a political treatise written during the mid-19th century. The book delves into the complex dynamics surrounding Turkey's position in Europe, the implications of the impending war, and the broader interplay of religion and politics during a period of significant tension between Christian and Muslim nations. Carlyle explores themes of moral obligation, national sovereignty, and the intricate relationship between faith and governance, particularly in the context of the Ottoman Empire. In this work, Carlyle argues that the fate of Turkey is not merely a matter of military or territorial dispute but a reflection of deeper spiritual and moral issues facing Christendom. He critically examines the role of various European powers, particularly Russia and the Pope, in their ambitions regarding Turkish lands and the treatment of Orthodox Christians under Ottoman rule. Carlyle contends that Turkey's existence serves a purpose in the divine order and warns against hasty interventions that could lead to greater moral and political chaos. Ultimately, he advocates for a practical understanding of international relations, emphasizing justice over self-interest in the approach to the "Eastern Question," while reminding readers of the historical context of Turkish rule and its implications for Christian nations. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Europe -- Politics and government -- 1815-1871 Turkey -- Foreign relations Turkey -- History -- 1829-1878 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/46608 87447 87447