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The Chief Eunuch of the Ottoman Harem: From African Slave to Power-Broker

SKU: 9781107519206

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Discover the extraordinary rise of an African slave to become the influential Chief Eunuch of the Ottoman Harem. This captivating biography, grounded in extensive primary sources, meticulously details his journey from East Africa to wielding significant political, economic, and religious power within the Ottoman Empire. Explore his evolving role, connections to Medina and Egypt, and how this key figure navigated centuries of societal change. An essential read for world history enthusiasts, students of the Ottoman Empire, and anyone intrigued by transformative biographies and pre-modern power dynamics.

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