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Constantinople, Settings and Traits
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AnthropologyTurkeyTurkey & Ottoman Empire History
ISBN13: 9781025573717
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 610
Weight: 1.86
Height: 1.23 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Constantinople, Settings and Traits offers a rich and evocative portrait of one of the world's most storied cities during a period of profound transition. Written with the keen eye of an observer intimately familiar with the local landscape, H. G. Dwight captures the unique atmosphere, architecture, and social fabric of the city then known as Constantinople. The work delves into the daily lives of its diverse inhabitants, the majestic beauty of the Bosphorus, and the intricate blend of Eastern and Western influences that defined the late Ottoman era.
Far more than a mere travel guide, this volume provides a deep cultural analysis of the city's gardens, mosques, and coffee houses. Dwight's narrative is both scholarly and poetic, documenting the traits that gave the city its distinctive character before the full onset of modernization. Readers will find detailed accounts of local customs, religious festivals, and the enduring charm of the Byzantine and Ottoman landmarks that dot the landscape. Constantinople, Settings and Traits remains an essential resource for those interested in the history of Istanbul, Middle Eastern geography, and the timeless allure of the Golden Horn.
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