{"product_id":"somerset-maugham-then-and-now-1955-1st-turkish-book-turkey","title":"Somerset Maugham – Then and Now 1955 1st Turkish Book Turkey","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"111\"\u003eSomerset Maugham – Evvel Zaman İçinde (Then and Now) – Çağlayan Kitabevi Turkish Edition (1955) – First 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=\"113\" data-end=\"430\"\u003eThis is the Turkish first edition of Then and Now, published under the title Evvel Zaman İçinde by Çağlayan Kitabevi in 1955. Written by Somerset Maugham, the novel is a historical fiction that explores political ambition, moral flexibility, and the complex nature of power during the Renaissance period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"432\" data-end=\"874\"\u003eThe story is set in 15th-century Italy and follows Niccolò Machiavelli, focusing on his political environment, strategic thinking, and the realities of court life. As events unfold, the narrative examines how power is acquired and maintained, and how personal ethics are often challenged by political necessity. The book presents a realistic and often ironic view of political life, highlighting the tension between idealism and practicality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"876\" data-end=\"1151\"\u003eSomerset Maugham is known for his clear and insightful prose, as well as his ability to portray moral complexity within both modern and historical settings. In this work, he blends historical detail with psychological observation to create a vivid portrait of political life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1153\" data-end=\"1516\"\u003eFor collectors, this 1955 Turkish pocket-size first edition represents an early translation of a major literary historical novel. Published by Çağlayan Kitabevi, it reflects the mid-20th century Turkish publishing tradition of compact editions with locally designed illustrated covers. Its historical subject matter and collectible format make it a notable piece.\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=\"1518\" data-end=\"1576\"\u003e• Title: Evvel Zaman İçinde (Then and Now)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1578\" data-end=\"1606\"\u003e• Author: Somerset Maugham\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1608\" data-end=\"1640\"\u003e• Publisher: Çağlayan Kitabevi\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1642\" data-end=\"1668\"\u003e• Publication Year: 1955\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1670\" data-end=\"1696\"\u003e• Edition: First Edition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1698\" data-end=\"1719\"\u003e• Language: Turkish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1721\" data-end=\"1750\"\u003e• Format: Pocket-size novel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1752\" data-end=\"1797\"\u003e• Genre: Historical fiction, literary drama\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1799\" data-end=\"1865\"\u003e• Themes: Power, politics, ambition, morality, Renaissance Italy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1867\" data-end=\"1938\"\u003e• Narrative Style: Historical, character-driven literary storytelling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1940\" data-end=\"1983\"\u003e• Cover: Turkish artist illustrated cover\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1985\" data-end=\"2060\"\u003e• Collector Appeal: Early Turkish pocket edition with local cover artwork\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Turkrex Collectables","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48287613091978,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0716\/3687\/7450\/files\/1_f76c3939-93d9-46ff-bc52-3393605bcd28.jpg?v=1776773853","url":"https:\/\/turkrexcollectables.com\/products\/somerset-maugham-then-and-now-1955-1st-turkish-book-turkey","provider":"Turkrex Collectables","version":"1.0","type":"link"}