(.) Read this book then for its internal symmetries, not for its verisimilitude." - The Economist "(A) fascinating read it is too for anyone who has even the slightest acquaintance with this fabled bridge between east and west.This uncle has perfect recall for details, but his memory is almost entirely visual (.) Fans of Pamuk's fiction will be grateful for this book travellers familiar with Istanbul will be stimulated those unfamiliar with either may well be wearied." - David Flusfeder, Daily Telegraph "The overall effect of Istanbul is like being in the melancholy company of a learned, egotistical uncle, who takes you on a slow tour of his photo albums in twilight.Not quite a consensus, but most very impressed General information | review summaries | our review | links | about the author Trying to meet all your book preview and review needs.
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