Problems of Periodization in Ottoman History: The 15th through the 18th Centuries (original) (raw)
Turkish Studies Association Bulletin 20/2 (1996): 25-31
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This paper critically re-examines the periodization of Ottoman history, particularly challenging the notion of a 'golden age' represented by the 16th century under Suleiman the Magnificent. It argues that earlier and later periods also contained significant developments, and that a qualitative hierarchy in evaluating these eras limits our understanding of the empire's complexity and continuous evolution. By abandoning the idea of an ideal phase, the research seeks to provide a more nuanced picture of Ottoman dynamics and administrative changes over centuries.
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