Travel and Artisans in the Ottoman Empire: Employment and Mobility?in the Early Modern Era by Suraiya Faroqhi

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[Hazelpeanutz · Rating 5 out of 5]

Travel and Artisans in the Ottoman Empire by Suraiya Faroqhi is an exceptionally well-researched and insightful work. One of its greatest strengths lies in Faroqhi’s deep engagement with lesser-known and often overlooked sources, which allows her to reconstruct everyday mobility, craftsmanship and social interaction within the Ottoman Empire with remarkable precision. Her command of the sources and her long-standing expertise in Ottoman history are evident on every page. Faroqhi does not merely present archival material she interprets it with clarity, sensitivity and a strong sense for broader historical contexts. This makes the book both methodologically impressive and intellectually rewarding.

What truly sets this work apart however is its writing style. Despite the depth of research the book is highly readable and even entertaining. Faroqhi’s narrative voice is confident and engaging, reflecting a scholar who is thoroughly at home in her field and able to communicate complex ideas without losing the reader.
This is an outstanding book that combines rigorous scholarship with an accessible and enjoyable style. Highly recommended for anyone interested in Ottoman history, travel and social life.