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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book presents a collection of 68 remarkable letters translated from the original Arabic writings of a Turkish spy who lived in Paris from 1637 to 1660. A groundbreaking work of cross-cultural enlightenment, the book offers a unique and complex portrait of 17th-century Europe through the eyes of a highly intelligent Ottoman agent living undercover in the heart of French society. The spy's perceptive observations on the society, politics, religion, and mores of the French court provide a fascinating look at the profound changes upheaving Europe during this period of religious wars and scientific revolution, shedding light on the tensions and conflicts that shaped the development of the West. His writings also reveal a sophisticated understanding of the complex religious and political currents of his time, and on a deeper level, his own personal struggle to find his place amidst the clash of civilizations. This book is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in early modern Europe, espionage, and the history of ideas. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781331009320_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781331009320
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781331009320
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