Isbn: 9780243567287 - the Sixth Volume of Letters Writ by a Turkish Spy, Who Liv'd Five and Forty Years Undiscovered at Paris, Vol. 6: Giving an Impartial Account to the ... Europe, and Discovering Several Intrigues An (3 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is a collection of letters written by a fictional Ottoman spy living in Paris from 1637 to 1660. The author provides a glimpse into French society, politics, and culture during the tumultuous era of Louis XIII and Louis XIV. The letters touch on themes of religion, philosophy, science, and the arts, offering a unique perspective on the intellectual and social currents of the time. Through the spy's dispatches, readers gain insights into the inner workings of the French court, the rise and fall of Cardinal Mazarin, and the complex religious and political landscape of 17th-century Europe. The spy's observations on the customs and beliefs of the French are particularly fascinating, providing a rare window into the cultural differences between the Ottoman Empire and Western Europe. The book is a valuable historical document that sheds light on a pivotal period in French history and offers a unique perspective on the interaction between East and West during this era. 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.…