A thorough, firsthand account of the Ottoman Empire’s finances, governance, learning, and daily life in the early 19th century.
This volume examines the Ottoman Empire's finances, military structures, and civil administration, revealing how land tenure, taxes, and public expenditures supported a vast imperial system. It also surveys the state of learning, the arts, and the manners and domestic economy of Turkish society, with detailed chapters on Moldavia and Wallachia.
Readers gain a clear portrait of the empire’s financial mechanics, religious and legal life, and everyday culture during a period of transition. The work blends archival notes with narrative explanations, helping you understand how wealth, power, and custom shaped the lives of both rulers and subjects.
- In-depth look at the feudal basis of finance and the structure of revenue and expenditure
- Discussion of learning, arts, manners, and domestic life in the Turkish world
- Geographical and political coverage of Moldavia, Wallachia, and neighboring regions
- Context for the evolution of Ottoman governance, law, and society
Ideal for readers of history and political economy who want a detailed, era-specific view of the Ottoman realm and its peripheries.