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The narrative delves into the rich tapestry of a once-thriving city under Ottoman rule, highlighting its extraordinary cultural diversity. It portrays a society where various ethnicities and religions coexisted, from Egyptian merchants to Spanish-speaking rabbis, creating a unique atmosphere of tolerance and shared spirituality. The book examines the dynamics of this vibrant community and the factors that led to its decline amidst the rise of modern nationalism, offering a poignant reflection on the interplay of history, culture, and identity.
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Salonica, City of Ghosts, Mark Mazower
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- 2006
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- Title
- Salonica, City of Ghosts
- Subtitle
- Christians, Muslims and Jews 1430-1950
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Mark Mazower
- Publisher
- Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group
- Publisher
- 2006
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 544
- ISBN13
- 9780375727382
- Category
- World history, Ethnography, Esotericism and Religion
- Description
- The narrative delves into the rich tapestry of a once-thriving city under Ottoman rule, highlighting its extraordinary cultural diversity. It portrays a society where various ethnicities and religions coexisted, from Egyptian merchants to Spanish-speaking rabbis, creating a unique atmosphere of tolerance and shared spirituality. The book examines the dynamics of this vibrant community and the factors that led to its decline amidst the rise of modern nationalism, offering a poignant reflection on the interplay of history, culture, and identity.