Exploring Ottoman Sovereignty: Tradition, Image and Practice in the Ottoman Imperial Household, 1400-1800

by Rhoades Murphey and Rhoads Murphey

Book Overview

Is it possible to identify the 'essence' of Ottoman kingship? And if so, what were the core motivating principles that governed the dynasty over its 600 year lifespan and how continuous and consistent were they? Following the death of the dynasty's eponymous founder Osman in 1324, 35 successors held the throne. Despite the wide range of character traits, dispositions and personal preferences, they led the expansion, stagnation and eventual collapse...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1847252206
• ISBN13: 9781847252203
• Release Date: November 2008
• Publisher: Continuum
• Length: 370 Pages
• Weight: 1.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.2" x 9.3"