The Ottoman Convert: A Narrative Of Facts (1860)

""The Ottoman Convert: A Narrative of Facts"" is a historical book written by Daniel Wilson and published in 1860. The book tells the story of a young man named Mahmoud who converts from Islam to Christianity during the Ottoman Empire. It provides a detailed account of his journey, including the challenges he faced as a convert, his interactions with other Christians and Muslims, and his eventual imprisonment and torture for his beliefs. The book also provides a broader perspective on the religious and political climate of the Ottoman Empire during the 19th century, including the tensions between Christians and Muslims and the impact of Western influence on the region. Wilson, a prominent British bishop and scholar of the time, uses his firsthand knowledge of the region to provide a nuanced and informative account of Mahmoud's story and the broader historical context. Overall, ""The Ottoman Convert"" is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of the Ottoman Empire, religious conversion, or the intersection of religion and politics in the 19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Daniel J. Wilson, PhD, is professor of history at Muhlenberg College in Allentown, PA.