An edition of Present state of the Ottoman Empire (1668)

The history of the present state of the Ottoman Empire

Containing the maxims of the Turkish polity, the most material points of the Mahometan religion, their sects and heresies, their convents and religious votaries. Their military discipline, with an exact computation of their forces both by sea and land. Illustrated with divers pieces of sculpture representing the variety of habits amongst the Turks. In three books. By Paul Ricaut Esq; late secretary to his Excellency the Earl of Winchelsea, embassador extraordinary for His Majesty Charles II. &c. to Sultan Mahomet Han the Fourth, emperor of the Turks) now consul of Smyrna, and fellow of the Royal Society

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An edition of Present state of the Ottoman Empire (1668)

The history of the present state of the Ottoman Empire

Containing the maxims of the Turkish polity, the most material points of the Mahometan religion, their sects and heresies, their convents and religious votaries. Their military discipline, with an exact computation of their forces both by sea and land. Illustrated with divers pieces of sculpture representing the variety of habits amongst the Turks. In three books. By Paul Ricaut Esq; late secretary to his Excellency the Earl of Winchelsea, embassador extraordinary for His Majesty Charles II. &c. to Sultan Mahomet Han the Fourth, emperor of the Turks) now consul of Smyrna, and fellow of the Royal Society

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printed by T.N. for John Starkey at the Mitre within Temple-Bar
Language
English
Pages
406

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Subjects

Court and courtiers, Doctrinal and controversial works, Early works to 1800, History, Islam, Islamic Civilization, Military History, Militia, Orthodox Eastern Church, Politics and government, Religion, Religious life and customs, Social conditions, Social life and customs, Turkey, Turkey. Ordu, Islamic civilization, Defenses

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Turkey

Times

1453-1683, 1648-1687, 17th century, Early works to 1800, Mehmed IV, 1623-1640, Mehmed IV, 1648-1687

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The history of the present state of the Ottoman Empire: Containing the maxims of the Turkish polity, the most material points of the Mahometan religion, their sects and heresies, their convents and religious votaries. Their military discipline, with an exact computation of their forces both by sea and land. Illustrated with divers pieces of sculpture representing the variety of habits amongst the Turks. In three books. By Paul Ricaut Esq; late secretary to his Excellency the Earl of Winchelsea, embassador extraordinary for His Majesty Charles II. &c. to Sultan Mahomet Han the Fourth, emperor of the Turks) now consul of Smyrna, and fellow of the Royal Society
1682, printed by T.N. for John Starkey at the Mitre within Temple-Bar
Microform in English - The fifth edition, corrected and enlarged by the author
Cover of: The present state of the Ottoman Empire.
The present state of the Ottoman Empire.: Containing the maxims of the Turkish politie, the most material points of the Mahometan religion, their sects and heresies, their convents and religious votaries, their military discipline, with an exact computation of their forces both by land and sea. Illustrated with divers pieces of sculpture, representing the variety of habits amongst the Turks. In three books.
1670, J. Starkey and H. Brome, and are to be sold by R. Boulter
in English - The 3d ed.

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Edition Notes

Text is continuous despite pagination

With added engraved title page with imprint: Printed for J: Starkey and H: Brome, and signed: F. H. Van Houe. fec

With three final contents leaves

Imperfect; A2-3 are lacking; stained, with print faded

Reproduction of the original in the John Rylands University Library of Manchester

Wing (2nd ed., 1994) R2404

Microfilm. Ann Arbor, Mich. : UMI, 1993. 1 microfilm reel ; 35 mm. 35mm. (Early English books, 1641-1700 ; 2177:3)).

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Early English books, 1641-1700 -- 2177:3
Genre
Early works to 1800
Other Titles
Maxims of the Turkish polity, Of the Turkish religion, Third book; wherein is treated of the Tua

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Microform
Pagination
[16], 255, 260-406, [6] p., [12] leaves of plates
Number of pages
406

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OL15428552M

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OL6925224W

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