A history of 600 years - an epic story of a dynasty that started as a small group of cavalry mercenaries to become the absolute rulers of the greatest and longest lasting Islamic empire in history.

The Ni'matnama is a late fifteenth-century book of the recipes of the eccentric Sultan of Mandu (Madhya Pradesh), Ghiyath Shahi, collected and added to by his son and successor, Nasir Shah. It contains recipes for cooking a variety of delicacies and epicurean delights, as well as providing remedies and aphrodisiacs for the Sultan and his court. It also includes important sections on the preparation of betel leaves as well as advice on the logistics of hunting expeditions and warfare. The text provides a remarkable and tantalizing account of rarified courtly life in a fifteenth-century Indian Sultanate region.

This book is the first study of late Hanafism in the early modern Ottoman Empire. It examines Ottoman imperial authority in authoritative Hanafi legal works from the Ottoman world of the sixteenth to nineteenth centuries CE, casting new light on the understudied late Hanafi jurists (al-muta'akhkhirun). By taking the madhhab and its juristic discourse as the central focus and introducing "late Hanafism" as a framework of analysis, this study demonstrates that late Hanafi jurists assigned probative value and authority to the orders and edicts of the Ottoman sultan. This authority is reflected in the sultan's ability to settle juristic disputes, to order specific opinions to be adopted in legal opinions (fatawa), and to establish his orders as authoritative and final reference points. The incorporation of sultanic orders into authoritative Hanafi legal commentaries, treatises, and fatwa collections was made possible by a shift in Hanafi legal commitments that embraced sultanic authority as an indispensable element of the lawmaking process.

Building on his award-winning research, Christian Mauder’s In the Sultan’s Salon constitutes the first detailed study of the intellectual, religious, and political culture of the court of the Mamluk Sultanate (1250–1517), one of the most important polities in Islamic history.

Constituting Religion examines how constitutional provisions for both Islam and liberal rights catalyze conflicts over religion in Malaysia and feed a 'rights-versus-rites' binary. This title is also available as Open Access.

Mariel has broken in to the offices of a scoundrel to steal back valuable data he’s taken. Suddenly she's startled by a noise in the dark, but it isn’t the scoundrel who’s found her?it’s another one of his victims, Haroun! Before she can understand what's happening, they running from their pursuers together. When Mariel learns of the attractive yet dangerous Haroun’squest to find the lost al Jawadi Rose, what else can she do but help him? And perhaps they’ll find love while they’re on the run, too…!

The Turkish Empire by Baron G. Shaw-Lefevre Eversley: Journey through the rich history and complex dynamics of the Ottoman Empire as Baron G. Shaw-Lefevre Eversley presents a comprehensive exploration of its rise, reign, and transformation, shedding light on its political, cultural, and social significance. Key points: Historical Depth: Delve into the vast history of the Ottoman Empire as Eversley offers a meticulous account of its origins, expansion, and eventual decline, tracing the empire's trajectory from its humble beginnings to its status as a global power. Cultural Heritage: Explore the multifaceted aspects of Ottoman culture, including its art, architecture, literature, and religion, as Eversley highlights the empire's rich cultural heritage and its enduring impact on the region and beyond. Geopolitical Significance: Gain insights into the geopolitical dynamics of the Ottoman Empire, as Eversley explores its interactions with neighboring powers, its influence on global trade routes, and its pivotal role in shaping the political landscape of the Middle East and Europe. The Turkish Empire by Baron G. Shaw-Lefevre Eversley: The Turkish Empire, penned by Baron G. Shaw-Lefevre Eversley, offers a comprehensive exploration of one of the most intriguing and influential empires in history. With meticulous research and an engaging narrative style, Eversley takes readers on a captivating journey through the rich tapestry of Turkish history, from its ancient origins to the modern era. Delving into the empire's political, cultural, and social developments, the book provides a deeper understanding of the forces that shaped the Turkish civilization. From the majestic splendor of the Ottoman Empire to the challenges of modernization and reform, Eversley's work sheds light on the complexities and achievements of this vibrant and enigmatic empire. The Turkish Empire is an invaluable resource for history enthusiasts, offering a nuanced perspective on a significant chapter in the world's historical mosaic.

The rise of the modern Middle East from the ashes of the Ottoman Empire