Author Thayer Abbas provides a deep dive into the contemporary history of Turkey through the memories of its 11th President, Abdullah Gül. This work explores the pivotal political events, transformations, and personal reflections that shaped the nation's recent past. It offers a unique and intimate perspective on Turkish politics, the challenges of leadership, and the evolution of the state, as seen through the eyes of a key figure who was at the center of it all. The book serves as both a political memoir and a historical analysis, essential for understanding modern Turkey.