Publisher's Synopsis
"There has never been an empire in the history of the world that has lasted more than six centuries, without interruption, with the exception of the Ottoman Empire. The Ottoman Empire was ruled by 36 sultans throughout its history and it was not by chance that this empire spanned across three continents and was ruled so absolutely for such a long time. This book explores the many facets of the success of the Empire, that was found in the strict will and determination of its rulers and their adherence to traditions, customs, and laws that upheld the unity of the state and the loyalty of its people. The will of the Ottoman Sultans was credited for the successful preservation of the longest lasting regime in history, with the secrets of success and power passed on from sultan to sultan, from one generation to the next."
