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Author Pardoe, Miss (Julia), 1804?-1862
Title The City of the Sultan; and Domestic Manners of the Turks, in 1836, Vol. 1 (of 2)
Note Reading ease score: 33.5 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Credits E-text prepared by Julia Miller, Turgut Dincer, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http://www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive/American Libraries (https://archive.org/details/americana)
Summary "The City of the Sultan; and Domestic Manners of the Turks, in 1836" by Miss Pardoe is a historical account written in the early 19th century. The book explores the intricate and often misunderstood world of Turkish society and customs during that time, particularly focusing on domestic life and the experiences of a European traveler in Constantinople. The author aims to provide readers with a nuanced perspective on Turkish culture, particularly its political and social dynamics. The opening of the book vividly describes the author’s first impressions of Constantinople as she arrives in the Golden Horn. She captures the beauty and complexity of the city, detailing its stunning architecture, the rush of various languages, and the sights and sounds of daily life. As she compares the Eastern customs with those of Europe, Pardoe expresses her sense of wonder and excitement while also addressing the political tensions and societal norms she encounters, particularly the challenges faced by foreign visitors in navigating local culture. Overall, this introduction sets the tone for a thoughtful exploration of Turkish life interspersed with rich observations and personal insights. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class DR: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Balkan Peninsula, Turkey
Subject Turkey -- Social life and customs
Category Text
EBook-No. 51878
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jun 14, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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