Ottoman Centuries
Ottoman Centuries by Lord Kinross is a comprehensive history of the Ottoman Empire, published by Harper Collins on August 1, 1979. Spanning 640 pages, this edition presents a detailed account of the empire’s rise from its inception in 1300 under Osman I to its peak in the sixteenth century with Suleiman the Magnificent, who posed a significant threat to Vienna. The narrative captures the gradual decline of the empire until the exile of Mehmed VI by Mustafa Kemal Ataturk, while addressing the broader economic, political, and social issues that shaped its history.
Readers will find that Lord Kinross meticulously explores the complexities of the Ottoman Empire, bringing to life its key figures with vivid descriptions of their extravagance and audacity. The book delves into the intricate dynamics of power and society within the empire, providing insights into the historical context of both the Middle East and Europe. This edition serves as a valuable resource for those interested in understanding the multifaceted legacy of the Ottoman Empire and its impact on the world.
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The Ottoman Empire began in 1300 under the almost legendary Osman I, reached its apogee in the sixteenth century under Suleiman the Magnificent, whose forces threatened the gates of Vienna, and gradually diminished thereafter until Mehmed VI was sent into exile by Mustafa Kemal (Ataturk).
In this definitive history of the Ottoman Empire, Lord Kinross, painstaking historian and superb writer, never loses sight of the larger issues, economic, political, and social. At the same time he delineates his characters with obvious zest, displaying them in all their extravagance, audacity and, sometimes, ruthlessness.
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