The Anatolian

A sweeping historical novel set in the waning days of the Ottoman Empire, this story follows a young Greek Christian growing up in Anatolia amid political upheaval, ethnic tension, and the threat of persecution. As violence and instability reshape his world, he is forced into a journey of survival that ultimately points toward exile and the promise of America. Rich in atmosphere and moral complexity, the novel explores themes of identity, resilience, displacement, and the immigrant experience. Written by the acclaimed filmmaker and author known for works such as *America America*, this book draws on personal and cultural history to create an intimate yet epic portrait of a world in collapse and the forging of a new life beyond it.