An overview of Cypriot history from the powerful empires that first inhabited the island to the 20th Century tug-of-war between Britain, Greece and Turkey.
Forensically examining the actions and motives of key players in the story, ' A Brief History of Cyprus ' provides a broad account of the history of Cyprus from ancient times to the present day.
Where do Turkish Cypriot and Greek Cypriot people come from? Why is there a border in Cyprus? Is Cyprus one country? Why are there British soldiers in Cyprus? ' A Brief History of Cyprus ' helps to answer these common questions and more by reflecting on the historical context of the island, building a clear picture of the events that led to a land still divided by a Green Line.