Enver Pasha was one of the most controversial figures of the First World War. As Ottoman Minister for War, he was responsible for military strategy and began a campaign to expand the empire into Arab lands. But his ambitions came at a cost – tens of thousands of lives were lost in failed campaigns, and widespread corruption crippled the government. Pasha also played a prominent role in planning and carrying out the Armenian Genocide, where over 1 million people were killed. He died young in 1918, as his army collapsed following Allied advances in Anatolia.” Enver Pasha was born in 1881 in the Ottoman Empire (in what is now.
For who is this book for ?
This book is for those who are interested in biographies and memoirs, as well as Ottoman history during the First World War.
Pros :
- The author does a great job of portraying Enver Pasha as a complex figure, with both good and bad qualities.
- The book provides an in-depth look at the geopolitical dynamics of the Ottoman Empire during World War I.
- It sheds light on one of the most controversial aspects of World War I
- the Armenian Genocide.
Cons :
- The author does a good job of presenting a balanced view of Enver Pasha, neither glorifying him nor demonizing him.
- The book provides interesting insights into the inner workings of the Ottoman government and military during World War I.
- It is well written and easy to read
Learn more about the author
Kelly Mass is an Australian author and historian. She has a PhD in international relations from the University of Melbourne, and her first book was a history of Australia’s intelligence services. Enver Pasha is her second book.
Reader Reviews
“This is an excellent biography of a very controversial figure. Kelly Mass does a great job of humanizing Enver Pasha while also providing critical context for his actions. The book is well researched and thoroughly documented, making it an important contribution to the field of Ottoman studies. Highly recommended!”
“This book provides a well-rounded and balanced view of Enver Pasha’s life. While it does not shy away from pointing out his many failings, Mass also takes the time to explore the factors that may have influenced his decisions.”
“This book is incredible! It tells the story of one of the most controversial and brutal figures of the First World War. Enver Pasha was responsible for military strategy, corruption in government, and planning and carrying out the Armenian Genocide. The author does a great job of balancing his positive and negative actions, making it an interesting read.”
“This biography does a good job of exploring the life and times of Enver Pasha, one of the most controversial figures of the First World War. As Ottoman Minister for War, he was responsible for military strategy and began a campaign to expand the empire into Arab lands. But his ambitions came at a cost – tens of thousands of lives were lost in failed campaigns, and widespread corruption crippled the government. Pasha also played a prominent role in planning and carrying out the Armenian Genocide, where over 1 million people were killed. He died young in 1918, as his army collapsed following Allied advances in Anatolia.”
