The Young French Ambassador Arrives
When the son of the elderly French ambassador arrived at the Ottoman court, he was immediately called to an audience.
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Preventing Early Claims to the Throne
The Ottoman rulers were deeply concerned about the danger of rebellion within the royal family. They feared that if princes
Additional Payments and Gifts
The castles that had been taken were redeemed for a certain sum of money, yet they still remained in the
Complaints Against Corrupt Officers
The dervish continued his complaint by saying that the officers responsible for public order were careless and negligent in correcting
Uncertainty of Power and Failed Predictions
Astrological predictions concerning the unstable condition of great ministers were rarely accurate or pleasing. Those who practiced such forecasting often
The Queen’s Brutal Stripping
The Old Queen was attacked by furious young men who were eager to seize her treasures. In a matter of
The Solemn Inauguration of the Ottoman Emperor
Prayers for Wisdom and Prosperity At this sacred place, solemn prayers are offered that God will bless the new ruler
Leading Members of the Older Art Society
Among the members of the older Society of Bulgarian Artists, three figures stand out as especially important: Ivan Markvichka, Anton
Early Attempts at Fine Art in Bulgaria
The first steps taken toward the development of fine art in Bulgaria were modest. They were often naïve and limited
Overview of Bulgarian Ports
Bulgaria has a total of sixteen ports, which play an important role in the country’s foreign and domestic trade. Seven