The History of the Maritime Wars of the Turks. Chapters I. to IV. by Kâtip Çelebi
"The History of the Maritime Wars of the Turks" translated by James Mitchell is a historical account written in the early 19th century. This work delves into the naval history of the Ottoman Empire, particularly focusing on the maritime expeditions and battles that shaped its dominance at sea. It reveals the complexities of naval warfare and the notable figures, such as Khair-ad-din Pasha, who played pivotal roles throughout this tumultuous period. The
opening of the text presents a detailed introduction that sets the stage for the historical narrative. It begins with a preface highlighting the importance of the maritime history being chronicled and the qualifications of the author, Haji Khalifeh. This is followed by extensive background information about the Ottoman naval commanders and their significant expeditions against Christian states, which marked the rise of the Ottoman naval power. The opening chapters outline various expeditions and battles, intricate details about the geography involved, and profiles of key leaders, providing a rich context that promises to engage readers interested in maritime history and the military strategies of the Ottoman Empire. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Kâtip Çelebi, 1609-1657 |
|---|---|
| Translator | Mitchell, James |
| Title | The History of the Maritime Wars of the Turks. Chapters I. to IV. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 63.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Turgut Dincer and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DR: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Balkan Peninsula, Turkey |
| Subject | Turkey -- History, Naval |
| Subject | Turkey -- History -- 1453-1683 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 53813 |
| Release Date | Dec 27, 2016 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 105 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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