Maturin Murray Ballou

Broschiertes Buch

The Circassian Slave or, the Sultan's favorite a story of Constantinople and the Caucasus

Beschreibung

"The Circassian Slave: Or, the Sultan's Favorite" by means of Maturin Murray Ballou is a fascinating story set in opposition to the special backdrop of Constantinople and the Caucasus. This historical journey unfolds in an international of political intrigue, cultural richness, and forbidden romance. The narrative follows the lifestyles of a Circassian slave, weaving a story of her reviews as the popular concubine within the Sultan's harem. Against the opulent and complex tapestry of Ottoman court docket lifestyles, the protagonist navigates the demanding situations of electricity, preference, and the ever-gift undercurrents of political machinations. Ballou's storytelling skillfully immerses readers within the vibrant atmosphere of the Ottoman Empire, supplying a glimpse into the cultural variety and social dynamics of the location. The story explores subject matters of affection and betrayal, freedom and captivity, and the conflict between tradition and character enterprise. As the Circassian slave grapples together with her future, readers are taken on an adventure thru the lush landscapes of the Caucasus and the bustling streets of Constantinople. "The Circassian Slave" is a compelling narrative that mixes elements of romance, historic drama, and adventure, inviting readers to explore the complexities of a bygone generation and the resilience of the human spirit within the face of adversity.

Autor

Maturin Murray Ballou was a writer and publisher in nineteenth-century Boston, Massachusetts. He co-founded Gleason's Pictorial, served as the first editor of the Boston Daily Globe, and wrote a number of travel books and works of fiction. Ballou was born in Boston in 1820 to Hosea Ballou and Ruth Washburn. He attended The English High School and, although passing the Harvard College entrance exam, he did not enroll. On September 15, 1839, he married Mary Anne Roberts, and their offspring included Murray Roberts Ballou. Beginning in 1838, Ballou wrote for the Olive Branch, a weekly newspaper published in Boston. In 1851, Ballou and Frederick Gleason founded Gleason's Pictorial Drawing-Room Companion, a weekly newspaper. It was inspired by the Illustrated London News. The first issue, published on May 3, 1851, stated: "The purpose of this paper is to give, in the most elegant and accessible style, a weekly literary melange of noteworthy events of the day. Its columns feature unique stories, sketches, and poetry by the best American authors, as well as the best of domestic and foreign news, all seasoned with wit and humor." In November 1854, Ballou bought out Gleason and renamed the periodical Ballou's Pictorial Drawing-Room Companion.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Double9 Books
• Seitenzahl: 106
• Erscheinungstermin: 2. Januar 2024
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 7mm
• Gewicht: 145g
• ISBN-13: 9789361424373
• ISBN-10: 9361424378
• Artikelnr.: 70091347