Turkey - Stanley Lane-Poole - Bog

""Turkey"" by Stanley Lane-Poole is a comprehensive historical and cultural guide to the country of Turkey. The book covers the ancient history of Turkey, including the rise and fall of the Ottoman Empire, as well as its modern-day politics and society. Lane-Poole explores the diverse geography and landscape of Turkey, from the rugged mountains to the bustling cities, and delves into the rich cultural heritage of the country, including its art, literature, and cuisine. The book also provides practical information for travelers, including tips on navigating the country's transportation systems, finding accommodations, and experiencing Turkey's many tourist attractions. With vivid descriptions and insightful analysis, ""Turkey"" is an essential guide for anyone interested in the history, culture, and people of this fascinating country.1888. Assisted by E. J. W. Gibb and Arthur Gilman. Stanley Lane-Poole, historian and Egyptologist, attempts in this volume to draw the main outlines of Turkish history in bold strokes, and thus try to leave a connected impression on the reader's mind. Contents: The King's Front. 1250-1326; Across the Hellespont. 1326-1380; Kosovo and Nicopolis. 1380-1402; Timur the Tartar. 1402; Mohammed the Restorer. 1402-1421; Murad II. and Hunyady. 1421-1451; The Fall of Constantinople. 1451-1481; Prince Jem. 1481-1512; The Conquest of Egypt. 1512-1520; Suleyman the Magnificent. 1520-1566; The Downward Road. 1566-1640; The Rule of the Vezirs. 1640-1757; The Rise of Russia. 1696-1812; Stambol; Ottoman Literature; The Ottoman Administration; The Sick Man. 1812-1880. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.