{"product_id":"edward-aarons-sam-durell-assignment-ankara-1966-1st-turkish-book-turkey","title":"Edward Aarons – Sam Durell Assignment Ankara 1966 1st Turkish Book Turkey","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"89\"\u003eEdward Aarons – Assignment Ankara – Turkish Edition – Başak Yayınevi (1966) – 1st Edition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"999\" data-start=\"262\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(170, 26, 23);\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"281\" data-start=\"278\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"91\" data-end=\"460\"\u003eThis is the Turkish-language edition of Assignment Ankara, a Cold War-era espionage novel by American author Edward Aarons, published in 1966 by Başak Yayınevi as part of the Dedektif Romanları series. The novel features Aarons’ well-known character Sam Durell, a seasoned CIA operative who appears in a long-running series of international spy adventures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"462\" data-end=\"833\"\u003eThe Dedektif Romanları series, issued during the 1960s, brought together some of the most iconic detectives and authors of world literature. With a total of 42 titles published, the series stands as an important example of mid-20th century Turkish pulp publishing, offering readers a wide range of international crime and espionage stories in accessible Turkish editions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"835\" data-end=\"1328\"\u003eAssignment Ankara places Sam Durell in the politically sensitive landscape of Cold War Turkey, where he is tasked with uncovering a complex espionage network operating in and around Ankara. The novel blends geopolitical tension with fast-paced intelligence work, as Durell navigates diplomatic intrigue, hidden allegiances, and the constant threat of exposure. Aarons’ writing emphasizes realism and procedural detail, distinguishing his work from more fantastical spy fiction of the same era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1330\" data-end=\"1682\"\u003eUnlike more stylized or flamboyant espionage heroes, Sam Durell is portrayed as a disciplined and pragmatic operative, relying on experience, intuition, and strategic thinking. This grounded approach adds a layer of authenticity to the narrative, making the series particularly appealing to readers interested in realistic Cold War espionage scenarios.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1684\" data-end=\"1959\"\u003eFor collectors, this 1966 first edition is especially notable not only as part of the Başak Yayınevi Dedektif Romanları series but also for its direct connection to Ankara, offering a unique geographical and cultural point of interest within the global spy fiction landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2165\" data-end=\"2413\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(170, 26, 23);\"\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1961\" data-end=\"2028\"\u003e• Title: Assignment Ankara (Hedef Ankara – Sam Durell)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2030\" data-end=\"2053\"\u003e• Author: Edward Aarons\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2055\" data-end=\"2082\"\u003e• Publisher: Başak Yayınevi\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2084\" data-end=\"2107\"\u003e• PublicationYear: 1966\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2109\" data-end=\"2131\"\u003e• Edition: 1st Edition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2133\" data-end=\"2152\"\u003e• Language: Turkish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2154\" data-end=\"2182\"\u003e• Series: Dedektif Romanları\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2184\" data-end=\"2236\"\u003e• Series Scope: 42 titles published during the 1960s\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2238\" data-end=\"2266\"\u003e• Main Character: Sam Durell\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2268\" data-end=\"2315\"\u003e• Genre: Espionage \/ Spy Fiction (Cold War era)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2317\" data-end=\"2342\"\u003e• Setting: Ankara, Turkey\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2344\" data-end=\"2422\"\u003e• Themes: International espionage, political intrigue, intelligence operations\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2424\" data-end=\"2538\"\u003e• CollectorAppeal: First edition featuring a Turkey-based Cold War spy narrative within a classic detective series\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Turkrex Collectables","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48017827889290,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0716\/3687\/7450\/files\/1_7abe33f9-b9e5-4de1-b136-fe73d6f0f6eb.jpg?v=1776081503","url":"https:\/\/turkrexcollectables.com\/products\/edward-aarons-sam-durell-assignment-ankara-1966-1st-turkish-book-turkey","provider":"Turkrex Collectables","version":"1.0","type":"link"}