Istanbul and the Civilization of the Ottoman Empire by Bernard Lewis

Istanbul and the Civilization of the Ottoman Empire by Bernard Lewis presents the city of Istanbul as the heart of a vast and long-lived empire, and explores the civilization that grew up around it. The book looks at the Ottoman world through its capital — its institutions, its culture, and the daily life of the society it governed — offering readers a broad portrait of an empire that shaped the history of three continents.

Key themes explored in this book include:

• Istanbul as the capital and centre of the Ottoman Empire
• Ottoman government, institutions and society
• The cultural and religious life of the imperial capital
• The Ottoman Empire's place in world history

Who should read it: readers interested in Ottoman history, the history of Istanbul, and the civilizations of the Middle East and Europe will find this a rewarding introduction to the subject.

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