Publisher's Synopsis
""The Druzes and the Maronites Under the Turkish Rule from 1840 to 1860"" is a historical book written by Colonel Charles Churchill. The book focuses on the political and social situation of the Druze and Maronite communities in Lebanon during the Ottoman Empire's rule from 1840 to 1860. The author provides an in-depth analysis of the conflicts and alliances between these two communities and their relationship with the Ottoman authorities. The book also sheds light on the role of European powers, especially France and Britain, in the region during this period. Churchill's work is based on primary sources, including official documents, contemporary reports, and personal observations. The book is a valuable resource for scholars and students of Middle Eastern history and politics, as well as anyone interested in the history of Lebanon and the Ottoman Empire.1862. Colonel Charles Henry Churchill writes in the preface that: Although some months have elapsed since the appalling intelligence of the massacres in Syria burst upon the civilised world...a full appreciation of their meaning can only be attained by a consideration of the various causes which, accumulating and gathering strength through the preceding twenty years, at last culminated in that extraordinary calamity. Through his residence in Lebanon, Churchill gained firsthand knowledge of the mind of the two great sects, the Druzes and the Maronites, into which its population is divided, and shares his insights as to what brought about this horrific turn of events.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.
