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Book Synopsis: Covering the full history of the Ottoman Empire, from its genesis in post-Mongol Eurasia to its dissolution after the Great War in Europe, this textbook takes a holistic approach, considering the Ottoman worldview - what it was, how it came together, and how it fell apart. Douglas A. Howard stresses the crucial role of the Ottoman sultans and their extended household, discusses the evolution of the empire's fiscal model, and analyzes favorite works of Ottoman literature, emphasizing spirituality, the awareness of space and time, and emotions, migration, violence, disease, and disaster. Following how people spent their time, their attitudes towards authority, how they made their money, and their sense of humor and sense of beauty, this illustrated textbook is an essential resource for graduate and advanced undergraduate, courses on the history of the Ottoman Empire, the Middle East, Islamic history, and the history of Eastern Europe. The book includes over eighty illustrations, maps and textboxes.
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Have you ever been fascinated by the rich history of the Ottoman Empire? Look no further! Our comprehensive textbook, "A History of the Ottoman Empire," offers a captivating journey through the rise, glory, and fall of one of the greatest empires in history.
Written by renowned historian Douglas A. Howard, this textbook takes a holistic approach, delving into the Ottoman worldview and exploring the empire's genesis in post-Mongol Eurasia. By understanding the empire's formation, you will gain a deeper appreciation for its eventual dissolution after the Great War in Europe.
What sets our textbook apart is its focus on the intricate details of the Ottoman Empire. Howard emphasizes the crucial role of the Ottoman sultans and their extended household, providing valuable insights into their lives and decisions. You'll also explore the empire's fiscal model, its favorite works of literature, and its spiritual and emotional aspects.
But it doesn't stop there. This illustrated textbook goes beyond political and cultural aspects, painting a vivid picture of daily life in the Ottoman Empire. Discover how people spent their time, their attitudes towards authority, and how they made their money. You'll also explore their sense of humor and beauty, gaining a comprehensive understanding of the empire's vibrant society.
Are you ready to embark on a historical journey like no other? Our textbook is an essential resource for graduate and advanced undergraduate courses on the history of the Ottoman Empire, the Middle East, Islamic history, and the history of Eastern Europe. With over eighty illustrations, maps, and textboxes, you'll immerse yourself in the enthralling world of the Ottomans.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to expand your knowledge. Order your copy of "A History of the Ottoman Empire" today and unlock the secrets of one of the most influential empires in history. Order now!
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