The arguments of those in favour of Turkish accession are, objectivity, impressive: a reinforcement of the power and economic weight of the EU; definitive proof that the EU is no " Christian club"; an end to the theory of the "clash of civilisations"; fidelity to commitments taken long ago, and so on. Just as impressive is the brochure of the Rotary club of Istanbul ("did you know that..."), which contains a fascinating photographic documentation to illustrate the historical, religious,...