The City of the Sultan (Vol.1&2) (eBook)

Miss Pardoe (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2021
643 Seiten
Musaicum Books (Verlag)
406-406638293-3 (EAN)

Infos

Miss Pardoe's 'The City of the Sultan (Vol.1&2)' is a rich tapestry of a travel narrative that provides readers with a vivid and detailed account of the magnificent city of Istanbul during the Ottoman Empire. Pardoe's descriptive prose not only paints a picturesque image of the city but also delves into the social and political dynamics of the time. Written in a fluid and engaging style, the book offers a snapshot of Istanbul at a pivotal moment in history, making it a valuable resource for scholars of Ottoman history and literature. The inclusion of historical anecdotes and personal observations adds depth and authenticity to the narrative, making it a compelling read for those interested in the cultural history of Istanbul and the Ottoman Empire. Miss Pardoe's meticulous research and profound insights make 'The City of the Sultan' a must-read for anyone fascinated by the intersection of culture, politics, and history in the Ottoman Empire.

Autor

Julia Pardoe (1804-1862) was an English lyricist, writer, historian and traveler. Her most prevalent work, The City of the Sultan and Domestic Manners of the Turks, depicted the Turkish upper class with kindness and compassion. Pardoe published several books on various themes that strayed across genres and often had an international point of view.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 7.5.2021
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Regional- / Landesgeschichte
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Politik / Gesellschaft
• Schlagworte: 19th century literature • alfred lansing • british author • City Life • Culture Clash • Dual Volume • Eastern Mystique • female protagonist • Fodor's Essential Turkey • historical fiction • Into the wild • John Freely • Journeys of a Lifetime • nathaniel philbrick • Ottoman Empire • The Bastard of Istanbul • The Great Betrayal • the travel book • Travel writing • Wanderlust