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 Power of Muscovy
The Muscovite ruler, or Tsar of Russia, has a great reputation and is highly respected by the Turks. He is
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
Overview of Export Changes
This article explains the changes in exports by comparing the period 1900–1904 with the two earlier periods 1890–1894 and 1895–1899.