The Rule Of The Turk (1896)

The Rule Of The Turk is a historical novel written by Frederick Davis Greene in 1896. The story is set in the 16th century Ottoman Empire and revolves around the life of a young Christian woman named Irene, who is kidnapped and sold into slavery to the Ottoman Sultan. She catches the eye of the Sultan and becomes his favorite concubine, but her heart belongs to a Christian knight named Julian. As the Ottoman Empire expands and threatens the Christian kingdoms of Europe, Julian is sent on a mission to infiltrate the Ottoman court and rescue Irene. However, the couple's love is tested as they navigate the dangers of court politics and the threats of the Ottoman rulers. The novel depicts the clash between Christianity and Islam, as well as the struggle for power and control in the Ottoman Empire. It also explores the themes of love, loyalty, and sacrifice in the face of adversity. Overall, The Rule Of The Turk is a gripping tale of romance and adventure set against the backdrop of a tumultuous period in world history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.