Turkish Coffee

Abstract

The book Turkish Coffee by M. Sabri Koz and Kemlettin Kuzucu explores Turkish coffee as a cultural artifact deeply connected to the history, politics, and social life of the Ottoman Empire and its global influence. The authors argue that the spread of Turkish coffee into Europe during the Ottoman expansion was a pivotal moment in the global coffee industry. The review evaluates the book positively for its interdisciplinary approach, blending historical analysis with cultural anthropology, folklore, and visual imagery. It uses traveler accounts, memoirs, and material artifacts to strengthen its argument about Turkish coffee's role in shaping social and political dynamics. However, it does not critique potential weaknesses such as reliance on anecdotal evidence or accessibility to non-specialist readers. The book adopts a cultural-historical approach, examining Turkish coffee through Ottoman history, folklore, and material culture, drawing on primary sources like traveler accounts and oral traditions.

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