Turkey

Turkey by Stanley Lane-Poole is a comprehensive guide to the history, culture, and geography of Turkey. The book covers the country's rich and diverse history, from its ancient civilizations to its modern-day political landscape. It also explores Turkey's unique culture, including its art, literature, and cuisine. The author provides detailed descriptions of Turkey's cities and regions, including Istanbul, Ankara, and the Mediterranean coast. Additionally, the book features beautiful illustrations and photographs that showcase Turkey's natural beauty and architectural wonders. Whether you're planning a trip to Turkey or simply interested in learning more about this fascinating country, Turkey by Stanley Lane-Poole is an essential read.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.