pickFascinating, informative, & accessible history of the Ottoman Empire from its rise at the end of the 13th century to its collapse in 1922. Baer argues the Ottomans saw themselves as successors to Rome & that Ottoman history is very much a part of European history. A detailed exploration of the dynastic history of the empire as well as important aspects of Ottoman society, including ethnic groups, religion, language & more. Good general overview.
Squeezing in a little work reading before my preorders arrive later today…
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✨Tagged book,nuanced, informative,such a beautifully written history of the Ottoman Empire.Im still thinking about it!
✨I'm quite generous, actually!5 stars if I hugely enjoyed it and want to recommend it to everyone,if it was well written, compelling,a unique narrative.
✨Yes I do!While i work too.Usually BBC radio 2.
This book is deeply insightful apart from being a spectacular history that sweeps through centuries
pickA must-read for students of history! I listened to the audio version which is just fine if you are okay with not remembering everyone‘s name. I‘m okay with taking away the big picture and pivotal historic points. Overall, it‘s a great companion to understanding modern cultural conflicts (ahem, Crimea). On a personal note, I love the Ottomans for establishing coffee drinking for the rest of the world! ☕️
The Ottomans: Khans, Caesars, and Caliphs | 
