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"The Cyprus Conspiracy delivers new and damning detail on how the big powers (including good old "ethical" Britain) taught Greek Cypriots and Turkish Cypriots not to live together." -Boyd Tonkin, The Guardian "O'Malley and Craig show how powerful and penetrating journalism can be by producing a book of high quality and academic value. This book fills a gap in the literature about Cyprus and the Cyprus problem, and will also be of interest to those working on the eastern Mediterranean, and on US and British foreign policy in the region." -Mediterranean Politics "A marvellous new book ... It is a fascinating story of international intrigue, espionage and intelligence, brilliantly and graphically told and it will open a lot of eyes of people who, until now, had no inkling - until today - about the real and intriguing reason behind the partition of Cyprus." -Chris Moncrieff, The House "This well written and well researched account of events provides the understanding of the situation and the causes, which led to the escalation of the crisis in 1974." -Konstantinos Kotzias, Contemporary Review "With diligent research and fluency, they chart the labyrinth behind what they conclude was an international plot." -Belfast Telegraph 'The book should be of value to those interested in coming to a deeper understanding of the complex issues surrounding Cyprus.' -Intelligence and National Security
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In 1974 the Greek colonels ousted the Greek-Cypriot leader of Cyprus, Archbishop Makarios, and Turkey retaliated by invading and seizing a third of the island. Cyprus remains split in two, like Berlin before the wall came down, bristling with troops and spying bases, and permanently policed by the United Nations. Henry Kissinger claimed he could do nothing to stop the coup because of the Watergate crisis, but this book presents evidence to support the view that it was no failure of American foreign policy, but the realization of a long-term plot. The authors describe the strategic reasons for Washington's need to divide the island. Their account encompasses an international cast of characters that includes Eden, Eisenhower, Nixon, Kissinger, Wilson, Callaghan, Grivas, and the leaders of the two halves of the divided island, Clerides and Denktas.
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In a top secret briefing note in 1950, British military chiefs of staff spelled out the importance of Cyprus to Britain. Read the first page
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
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I bought this book some time ago and have finally had time to read it. It is painful for me to read as i have personal experience of many of the events described within. It is an excellent top-down analysis of the Cyprus problem. It is also an excellent analysis of cold war politics and intrigue using Cyprus as the point of reference. However, it is an academic review using 'sources' and as such has limitations. It is best to read in conjunction with Martin Packard's " Getting it wrong". Where the two books overlap there are important conflicts. I trust Packard's eye-witness evidence in all conflicts. Hence one must view the 'evidence' in the 'Cyprus Conspiracy' with some caution. Nevertheless, it captures the key events accurately and gives a fascinating insight on how the people of Cyprus, Greek and Turk, were sacrificed by greater powers in the great game. It has significance well beyond Cyprus, for Cyprus was not the only pawn to be sacrificed in this game.
24 of 26 people found the following review helpful
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Cyprus, a beautiful small island has always been the victim of its strategic geographical location on the international political scene, while this works to its advantage on the economic side. If ever the two factors ever find their equilibrium the people of the island irrespective of national, cultural, religious and other differences will prosper.
The detailed analysis of events and plots are ecellent. At the end of the day one realizes that it is the prevailing peripheral circumstances and interests that really dictate the fortunes of the core.
It is a great piece of work. I thought I knew a few things about the Cyprus problem until a read this book.
The detailed analysis of events and plots are ecellent. At the end of the day one realizes that it is the prevailing peripheral circumstances and interests that really dictate the fortunes of the core.
It is a great piece of work. I thought I knew a few things about the Cyprus problem until a read this book.
35 of 40 people found the following review helpful
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I remember the Turkish paratroops invading and know a bit about Cyprus, and visitied. If you're like me, you'll find this book a gripping read. The events leading up to the 1974 invasion are told with absolute clarity and brevity.The revelations are fascinating and plausible. Perhaps the book leans towards the Turkish position but it accounts for all sides of the story.It does not over-speculate but keeps to the facts, many relating to the invasion are newly uncovered. Still very relevant and a fascinating insight into global politices
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I have waited a long time to get this book I have read several books on the Cyprus conflict but this one lays the blame for the invasion on everyone England, America, Greece and... Read more
Published 3 months ago by julia be
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One of the most important book and research about the Cyprus Problem-EXCELENT.
I bought this book some time ago and have finally had time to read it. Read more
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Published 7 months ago by Ricardo Nibeyro
Small but well packed with facts
This book tells it all,three countries co signed to uphold the sovreignty of Cyprus,two of them backed their respective communities on the island to stir up strife and the third... Read more
Published on 11 April 2010 by Mr. P. Shoreland
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This book is a real eye-opener on the modern history of Cyprus. The book arrived on time and in excellent condition , many thanks.
Published on 29 Mar 2010 by A. Welland
A riveting book
I worked in Cyprus for 6 years through the invasion for the British Government. The book tells what a lot of us thought who were there at the time. Read more
Published on 18 Jan 2008 by P. Waller
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This book is well researched and while told from an American perspective is reasonably impartial. It demonstrates how a nation was divided to support the interests of the colonial... Read more
Published on 13 Feb 2007 by Steven Gerard
Super Power Politics and Little Cyprus
Superbly researched and unbiased account of the Island of Cyprus and the surrounding region during the second half of the twentieth Century! Read more
Published on 9 Jan 2006
Playing up to the Conspiracy Theorists
The book does provide a good geo-political background to the origins of the Cyprus "problem". Read more
Published on 8 April 2002
This is one of the best books I have seen
This book describes two nations liveing in one country. Both nations want the best for their own county, however, due to national security and cold war, third party countries got... Read more
Published on 2 Jan 2002
Excellent, a true revelation
This book is among one of the best i've ever read on the cyprus problem. Offering readers a true insight into the secret goings on behind the 1974 invasion, it confirms many of the... Read more
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