History of the Ottoman Turks: From the Beginning of Their Empire to the Present Time (2 vols);

Creasy, E.S.; von Hammer, Joseph

Published by Richard Bentley, London, 1854

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[.] Chiefly Founded on Von Hammer. 8vo, hardback. 2 volumes. Vol. 1, 1854, pp. 413 + 12 additional pages comprising contents and introduction, and another page of advertisements. Vol. 2, 1856, pp. 548 + 10 additional pages of contents. Title page and preface each reference Von Hammer, believed to be leading historian Joseph Hammer von-Purgstall, author of the acclaimed 'History of the Ottoman Empire'. These volumes were subsequently conceived by Creasy as an homage to the works of Von Hammer, with the author drawing on the work of the earlier historian to present a more contemporary account of the Ottoman Turks. The volumes are complete and collated, with 6 maps and plates across the set. Volume 1 contains a map 'showing the former and present extent of the Ottoman Empire'; and plates demonstrating 'Siege of Constantinople by Mahomet ||', 'Siege of Vienna by Solyman |' and 'View of Malta in 1565'. Volume 2 includes two maps: 'Crimea and Northern Coast of Black Sea, and Sea of Azof' which faces the frontispiece, and 'Map of Asia Minor'. Also contains one plate showing 'Plan of Battle at St. Gothard'. Both volumes are lightly foxed, which is to be expected of books their age, but are mostly free from any notable damage to the interiors. The covers show natural signs of age, such as small marks and scuffs at the edges. This is especially true of volume 2, which has a mark and small tear at the top of its spine. Page edges also slightly darkened, but overall very good condition for books of their age. Contains lengthy appendix after the main body of text in volume 2. Seller Inventory # 036242

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Title: History of the Ottoman Turks: From the ...

Publisher: Richard Bentley, London

Publication Date: 1854

Binding: Hardcover

Condition: Very Good

Edition: 1st Edition