John Freely lives and breathes İstanbul, and this book is essential reading for anyone with an interest in the city.
History of Mehmet the Conqueror
by Kritovoulos
A first-hand account of the fall of Constantinople.
Portrait of a Turkish Family
by Irfan Orga
A fascinating look into the final years of the Ottoman Empire and the early years of the Turkish Republic.
A Fez of the Heart
by Jeremy Seal
Jeremy Seal tells of his search for people who still wear the salubrious fez, which is also a witty commentary on the social conditions faced by the modern Turk.
Oriental Carpets: a buyer's guide
by Essie Sakhai
Keen to buy a carpet? For tips on the manufacture of local carpets and how to go about buying them, equip yourself with a copy of this.
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