The Sultan and the Mufti in Matters of State
In affairs of the state, the Sultan often asks for the opinion of the Mufti, especially when dealing with very […]
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The Turks’ Attitude Toward Alliances with Foreign Princes
Religious Beliefs and Their Influence According to this old text, the Turks were believed to look at alliances with foreign
The Influence of Fashion and Appearance
One of the main reasons ordinary people were persuaded to become Turks was the attraction of outward appearances. People are
Limiting the Power of Great Men
In the Ottoman Empire, the rulers were very careful to prevent powerful men from becoming too strong. This policy did
Wealth and Change Among the Tatars
In earlier times, the Tatars were known for their simple and hard way of life. They lived in modest huts
The Maxims of Turkish Politics
The Office of the Grand Vizier The Prime Vizier, called in Turkish Vezir-i Azam, means the chief counselor of the
Education Beyond School Learning
In addition to lessons in reading, writing, and physical exercise outside the school, the young men of the Seraglio were
The Unusual Behavior of the Old Queen
It was observed that the Old Queen, contrary to her usual custom, had not yet gone to bed. On ordinary
An Epistle to the Reader
Sources of Information and Experience Dear Reader, In the course of my residence and service, I gained not only access
Serbian Art as a Contrast
Serbian artists present a strong contrast to the artistic approaches of the other national groups, both in form and in