What is midnight at the pera palace the birth of modern istanbul?

Midnight at the Pera Palace: The Birth of Modern Istanbul is a book authored by Charles King and was published in 2014. The book focuses on the history of Istanbul during the early 20th century and how it became a major cultural hub due to the influx of international travelers who stayed at the Pera Palace Hotel. King uses the hotel and its guests as a lens to explore the political and cultural events that shaped Istanbul during this time period, including World War I, the fall of the Ottoman Empire, and the rise of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk's modernizing reforms. The book provides a fascinating look at the city's transformation from a conservative Ottoman city to a cosmopolitan modern metropolis, making it an essential read for anyone interested in the history of Istanbul or the broader forces shaping the modern world.