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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book is an exploration of the secret world of the Turkish imperial harem in the late 19th century. Drawing on a wealth of primary sources, the author provides a rare glimpse into the lives of the women who lived within the Sultan's palace walls, their hopes, fears, and dreams. The book also examines the complex power dynamics between the harem and the outside world, shedding light on the role of women in Ottoman society. The author does not shy away from the dark realities of life in the harem, including the ever-present threat of violence and the psychological toll it took on its inhabitants. Instead, she uses these realities to paint a vivid portrait of the resilience and strength of the women who endured them. The book offers a nuanced understanding of the complexities of life in the Ottoman imperial harem and the struggles of women to navigate a patriarchal society. It argues that the harem should not be seen as a repressive institution that subjugated female agency but rather as a place of female power and influence. By doing so, the book challenges traditional assumptions about the role of women in the Ottoman Empire and offers a valuable contribution to our understanding of this fascinating period. 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 9781528303132_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LX-9781528303132
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LX-9781528303132
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)