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Istanbul: City of Majesty at the Crossroads of the World,Used
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One of Time?s 12 Books for the History Buffs on Your Holiday Gift ListThe first singlevolume history of Istanbul in decades: a biography of the city at the center of civilizations past and present.For more than two millennia Istanbul has stood at the crossroads of the world, perched at the very tip of Europe, gazing across the shores of Asia. The history of this cityknown as Byzantium, then Constantinople, now Istanbulis at once glorious, outsized, and astounding. Founded by the Greeks, its location blessed it as a center for trade but also made it a target of every empire in history, from Alexander the Great and his Macedonian Empire to the Romans and later the Ottomans. At its most spectacular Emperor Constantine I refounded the city as New Rome, the capital of the eastern Roman empire, and dramatically expanded the city, filling it with artistic treasures, and adorning the streets with opulent palaces. Around it all Constantine built new walls, truly impregnable, that preserved power, wealth, and withstood any aggressorwalls that still stand for tourists to visit.From its ancient past to the present, we meet the city through its ordinary citizensthe Jews, Muslims, Italians, Greeks, and Russians who used the famous baths and walked the bazaarsand the rulers who built it up and then destroyed it, including Mustafa Kemal Ataturk, the man who christened the city 'Istanbul' in 1930. Thomas F. Madden's entertaining narrative brings to life the city we see today, including the rich splendor of the churches and monasteries that spread throughout the city.Istanbul draws on a lifetime of study and the latest scholarship, transporting readers to a city of unparalleled importance and majesty that holds the key to understanding modern civilization. In the words of Napoleon Bonaparte, 'If the Earth were a single state, Istanbul would be its capital.'
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Istanbul: City of Majesty at the Crossroads of the World'? A: The book offers a comprehensive history of Istanbul, detailing its significance as a center of civilizations and its evolution from Byzantium to Constantinople and finally to Istanbul.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Thomas F. Madden, who brings a wealth of knowledge from his lifetime of study on the subject.
- Q: When was 'Istanbul: City of Majesty at the Crossroads of the World' published? A: The book was published on November 7, 2017.
- Q: What is the length of the book? A: The book contains 400 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is the book suitable for someone interested in history? A: Yes, the book is specifically recommended for history buffs and provides an engaging narrative about Istanbul's rich past.
- Q: Does the book cover the impact of different cultures on Istanbul? A: Yes, it explores the contributions of various cultures, including Jews, Muslims, Italians, Greeks, and Russians, to the city's history.
- Q: Are there any notable historical figures mentioned in the book? A: Yes, the book discusses several historical figures, including Emperor Constantine I and Mustafa Kemal Ataturk.
- Q: What themes are explored in the book? A: The themes include the city’s historical significance, cultural diversity, and its role at the crossroads of East and West.
- Q: Is this book a single-volume history? A: Yes, it is the first single-volume history of Istanbul published in decades.