History of the Ottoman Turks: From the Beginning of Their Empire to the Present Time (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781432551254)

""History of the Ottoman Turks: From the Beginning of Their Empire to the Present Time"" is a comprehensive account of the rise and fall of the Ottoman Empire. Written by Edward S. Creasy, a British historian and lawyer, the book covers the period from the founding of the Ottoman Empire in the 13th century to its dissolution in the early 20th century.The book begins with the origins of the Ottoman Empire and its early expansion under the leadership of Osman I. It then traces the rise of the empire under the rule of Mehmed II, who conquered Constantinople in 1453 and established the Ottoman Empire as a major power in Europe and the Middle East.The book also covers the cultural, economic, and political developments of the Ottoman Empire, including its system of government, its military campaigns, and its relations with other powers. The decline of the empire in the 19th century is also examined, including the reforms of the Tanzimat period and the eventual collapse of the Ottoman Empire after World War I.Overall, ""History of the Ottoman Turks"" provides a detailed and authoritative account of one of the most important empires in world history. It is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of the Middle East, Europe, or the world at large.""This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Edward S. Creasy
ISBN-10: 1432551256
ISBN-13: 9781432551254
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/01/2007
Pages: 576
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.84lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.28d