This author delves into the complex interplay of culture and power within the Ottoman Empire, focusing on themes of slavery and political language. His scholarly work, shaped by studies at esteemed institutions, offers profound insights into historical transformations and their impact on the modern Middle East. Beyond academic inquiry, he also explores the human experience within historical shifts through his novels. Erdem's approach is both analytical and narrative, providing readers with a rich and thought-provoking literary journey.
This study bridges the gap that exists between studies dedicated to the history of slavery in the Western and Islamic worlds. It concentrates on the period between 1800-1909 and examines the policies of the Ottoman state regarding slavery both before and after the reform period known as the... číst celé