The Tragedy Of Bitlis (1919)

The Tragedy of Bitlis is a historical account of the events that took place in the city of Bitlis during the First World War. The book, written by Grace H. Knapp and published in 1919, provides a detailed analysis of the political, social, and cultural factors that led to the tragic events in Bitlis.Knapp begins the book by describing the city of Bitlis and its importance as a strategic location during the war. She then goes on to discuss the Ottoman Empire's involvement in the war and the impact it had on the people of Bitlis.The book focuses on the Armenian Genocide and the role that the Ottoman Empire played in it. Knapp provides a detailed account of the atrocities committed against the Armenian population in Bitlis and the surrounding areas. She also discusses the response of the international community to the genocide and the efforts made to provide aid to the survivors.Throughout the book, Knapp draws on a range of sources, including eyewitness accounts, official reports, and historical documents. She provides a comprehensive overview of the events in Bitlis and their wider historical context.Overall, The Tragedy of Bitlis is a powerful and thought-provoking book that sheds light on a dark chapter in history. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the First World War, the Armenian Genocide, and the broader issues of human rights and social justice.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.