The Captain of the Janizaries by James M. Ludlow
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| Author | Ludlow, James M. (James Meeker), 1841-1932 |
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| Title |
The Captain of the Janizaries A story of the times of Scanderberg and the fall of Constantinople |
| Note | Reading ease score: 77.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "The Captain of the Janizaries" by James M. Ludlow is a historical novel likely written in the late 19th century. The narrative unfolds during the tumultuous times of Scanderbeg, a notable figure in the struggle against the Ottoman Empire, and captures the events surrounding the fall of Constantinople. The main character, George Castriot, known as Scanderbeg, is a compelling figure torn between his Christian roots and his role within the Ottoman military, which frames the conflict at the heart of the story. The opening of the novel introduces a richly detailed world shaped by political intrigue and the personal struggles of its characters. It begins with Scanderbeg's contemplative moments atop the fortress of Brousa, where he reflects on his past and current status as a leading figure in the Ottoman army. The narrative swings between scenes of his commanding presence on the battlefield and the emotional turmoil he faces due to his allegiance to the Sultan, juxtaposed with his deep longing for Albania and his family legacy. As the plot unfolds, Scanderbeg receives disheartening news about his father and is confronted with the realities of betrayal and duty, setting the stage for his eventual rebellion against the Ottomans. The sense of impending action and fate is palpable, making readers eager to dive into the unfolding historical drama. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Historical fiction |
| Subject | Sieges -- Fiction |
| Subject | Janizaries -- Fiction |
| Subject | Istanbul (Turkey) -- History -- Siege, 1453 -- Fiction |
| Subject | Scanderbeg, 1405?-1468 -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 40519 |
| Release Date | Aug 17, 2012 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 136 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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