“There is much to justify Turkey's reverence for Ataturk. He is the force that allowed Turkey to rise from the ashes of defeat and emerge as a vibrant new nation.”

American journalist and author of the late 20th and early 21st centuries, Kinzer is best known for his in-depth reporting on U.S. foreign policy and its global consequences. His work often examines the human cost of geopolitical decisions, blending investigative rigor with accessible storytelling.