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Constantinople: City of the World's Desire, 1453-1924

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An Epic Tale of Empire, War, and the Clash of Civilizations

A Panoramic View Of Constantinople In The 19th Century, Showing The Hagia Sophia, The Blue Mosque, And The Galata Tower. Constantinople: City Of The World S Desire 1453 1924

Constantinople, the fabled city on the Bosporus Strait, has been coveted by empires and civilizations for centuries. Its strategic location at the crossroads of Europe and Asia has made it a prize for conquerors and a battleground for civilizations.

Constantinople: City of the World's Desire, 1453-1924

by Philip Mansel

4.5 out of 5

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In 1453, the Ottoman Turks conquered Constantinople, ending the Byzantine Empire and ushering in centuries of Ottoman rule. The city became the capital of the Ottoman Empire and a vibrant center of Islamic culture.

In 1924, the Turkish Republic was proclaimed and Constantinople was renamed Istanbul. The city has since been a modern metropolis, a bridge between East and West.

Constantinople: City of the World's Desire, 1453-1924 tells the epic story of this extraordinary city. Drawing from a wealth of historical sources, author Philip Mansel weaves a vivid and compelling narrative that brings to life the city's rich history.

Mansel traces Constantinople's transformation from a Roman city to a Byzantine capital to an Ottoman stronghold to a modern metropolis. He explores the city's role as a center of trade, culture, and religion, and he sheds light on the complex interactions between East and West that have shaped its history.

Constantinople: City of the World's Desire, 1453-1924 is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Constantinople, the Ottoman Empire, or the clash of civilizations.

Praise for Constantinople: City of the World's Desire, 1453-1924

"A masterpiece of historical writing. Mansel has produced a definitive account of Constantinople, a city that has been at the heart of world events for centuries." — The New York Times

"A sweeping and erudite history of Constantinople. Mansel's book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the city, the Ottoman Empire, or the clash of civilizations." — The Wall Street Journal

"A brilliant and insightful account of Constantinople. Mansel's book is a major contribution to our understanding of this extraordinary city." — The Guardian

About the Author

Philip Mansel is a British historian and author. He is the author of several books on the history of Constantinople and the Ottoman Empire, including Constantinople: City of the World's Desire, 1453-1924, The Ottoman World, and The Arabs and the West.

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Constantinople: City of the World's Desire, 1453-1924

by Philip Mansel

4.5 out of 5