Lords of the Horizons - A History of the Ottoman Empire (Goodwin Jason)(Paperback / softback)

A History of the Ottoman Empire (Howard Douglas A.)(Paperback)

Covering the full history of the Ottoman Empire, from its genesis in post-Mongol Eurasia to its dissolution after the Great War in Europe, this textbook takes a holistic approach, considering the Ottoman worldview - what it was, how it came together, and how it fell apart. Douglas A. Howard

The Ottoman Empire, 1700-1922 2ed (Quataert Donald)(Paperback)

The Ottoman Empire was one of the most important non-Western states to survive from medieval to modern times, and played a vital role in European and global history. It continues to affect the peoples of the Middle East, the Balkans and central and western Europe to the present day. This new survey

Mighty Thor Vol. 2, The: Lords Of Midgard (Aaron Jason)(Paperback / softback)

Ottoman Historical Documents: The Institutions of an Empire (Mnage V. L.)(Paperback)

This collection of translated primary sources for Ottoman history shows how the major institutions of Ottoman government developed, and how they functioned in practice. Each chapter covers a key topic (Legitimation and Titulature; Princes; Recruitment into the Sultan (TM)s service; the Vizierate

Islands of the Ottoman Empire (Hadjikyriacou Antonis)(Paperback)

The Ottoman Empire stretched from the Black Sea to the Indian Ocean and the Atlantic. It included the islands of Cyprus, Crete, Rhodes, and many smaller islands in the Aegean, Adriatic, and Black Seas. These islands were its frontiers, and many of the battles against Christian enemies were fought

Fall of the Roman Empire - A New History (Heather Peter)(Paperback / softback)

A major new narrative account of one of history's greatest and most epic mysteries: the strange death of the Roman

Ottoman Historical Documents: The Institutions of an Empire (Mnage V. L.)(Pevná vazba)

This collection of translated primary sources for Ottoman history shows how the major institutions of Ottoman government developed and functioned. Each chapter covers a key topic: Legitimation and Titulature; Princes; Recruitment into the Sultan's service; the Vizierate and the Dīvān; the

Yashim Cooks Istanbul: Culinary Adventures in the Ottoman Kitchen (Goodwin Jason)(Pevná vazba)

Inspired by recipes in Jason Goodwin s bestselling historical Investigator Yashim series, Yashim Cooks Istanbul evokes the colors and flavors of the Ottoman world, combining Turkish recipes, illustrations and tempting descriptions from the novels. Fans of the series have been asking for this book

The Fall of the Ottomans - Eugene Rogan

For some four centuries the Ottoman Empire had been one of the most powerful states in Europe as well as ruler of the Middle East. By 1914 it had been drastically weakened and circled by numerous predators waiting to finish it off

Hitler's Empire - Nazi Rule in Occupied Europe (Mazower Mark)(Paperback / softback)

Hitler's empire was the largest, most brutal and most ambitious reshaping of Europe in history. Inspired by imperial legacy of those such as British, Third Reich cast its shadow from Channel Islands to Caucasus and ruled hundreds of millions. This title offers an account of the rise and fall of

Traitor's Niche (Kadare Ismail)(Paperback / softback)

LONGLISTED FOR THE 2017 MAN BOOKER INTERNATIONAL PRIZEAt the heart of the Ottoman Empire, in the main square of Constantinople, a niche is carved into ancient stone. Tundj Hata, the imperial courier, is charged with transporting heads to the capital - a task he relishes and performs with

Mysteries of the Lord's Prayer: Wisdom from the Early Church (Gavin Sj John)(Paperback)

The Lord's Prayer contains mysteries generally overlooked by most Christians. For the Fathers of the Church, such mysteries or 'difficulties'-many of which continue to puzzle modern scholars-marked divinely inspired points for prayer and reflection. Saints Cyprian of Carthage, Augustine of Hippo,

Empires: A Historical and Political Sociology (Kumar Krishan)(Paperback)

Empires have been the commonest form of political organization for most of recorded history. How should we best understand them? What are their principles and how do they differ from other political forms, such as the nation-state? What sort of relations between rulers and ruled do they express? Do

The Game Worlds of Jason Rohrer (Maizels Michael)(Paperback)

A generously illustrated volume that documents the career of Jason Rohrer, one of the most heralded art game designers working today.A maker of visually elegant and conceptually intricate games, Jason Rohrer is among the most widely heralded art game designers in the short but vibrant history of

The Haunted Mansion: Imagineering a Disney Classic (Surrell Jason)(Paperback)

WELCOME, FOOLISH MORTALS, to the Haunted Mansion, one of the most popular attractions in the history of Disney theme parks. The Haunted Mansion: Imagineering a Disney Classic explores how the attraction's '999 happy haunts' were brought to life. Rare early concept sketches, detailed architectural

Rise and Fall - A History of the World in Ten Empires (Strathern Paul)(Paperback / softback)

A dazzling new history of the world through ten major

Birds Without Wings (de Bernieres Louis)(Paperback / softback)

Set against the backdrop of the collapsing Ottoman Empire, Birds Without Wings traces the fortunes of one small community in south-west Anatolia - a town in which Christian and Muslim lives and traditions have co-existed peacefully for

Pirates - A General History of the Robberies and Murders of the Most Notorious Pirates (Johnson Charles)(Paperback / softback)

Islands of the Ottoman Empire (Hadjikyriacou Antonis)(Pevná vazba)

The Ottoman Empire stretched from the Black Sea to the Indian Ocean and the Atlantic. It included the islands of Cyprus, Crete, Rhodes, and many smaller islands in the Aegean, Adriatic, and Black Seas. These islands were its frontiers, and many of the battles against Christian enemies were fought

Empires of the Word: A Language History of the World (Ostler Nicholas)(Paperback)

Nicholas Ostler's Empires of the Word is the first history of the world's great tongues, gloriously celebrating the wonder of words that binds communities together and makes possible both the living of a common history and the telling of it. From the uncanny resilience of Chinese through twenty

Royal Duty (Burrell Paul)(Paperback / softback)

Presents the story behind one of the most sensational chapters in the history of the House of Windsor. This title intends to reveal fresh truths about Princess Diana - and presents for an account of her thoughts. It takes us closer to the complex heart of the Royal

My Name Is Red (Pamuk Orhan)(Paperback / softback)

The Sultan secretly commissions a great book: a celebration of his life and the Ottoman Empire, to be illuminated by the best artists of the day - in the European

Aztec Empire (Spilsbury Louise)(Paperback / softback)

Uncover some of the most chilling practices of the Aztecs. This book explores all the gruesome details, from rituals and rites to battles and sieges, with a detail that young readers will love! Prepare to be horrified by the customs and culture of the

Roman Empire (Spilsbury Louise)(Paperback / softback)

Uncover some of the most chilling practices of the ancient Romans! This book explores all the gruesome details, from rituals and rites to battles and sieges, with a detail that young readers will love! Prepare to be horrified by the customs and culture of the ancient