In The Palaces Of The Sultan

In The Palaces Of The Sultan is a historical fiction novel written by Anna Bowman Dodd. The story is set in the Ottoman Empire during the 19th century and follows the life of a young American woman named Irene Forsythe. Irene travels to Constantinople with her father, a wealthy businessman, and becomes enamored with the exotic culture and opulent lifestyle of the Ottoman court.As she becomes more involved in the court, Irene finds herself caught up in the political intrigues and power struggles of the sultan's harem. She becomes a confidante to the sultan's favorite wife and is drawn into a dangerous game of deception and betrayal.The novel is rich in detail and vividly portrays the sights, sounds, and smells of the Ottoman Empire. The characters are complex and multi-dimensional, with their own motivations and desires. The story is a fascinating exploration of the clash of cultures and the struggle for power in a world where women are often relegated to the sidelines.Overall, In The Palaces Of The Sultan is a gripping and immersive read that transports the reader to a bygone era of intrigue and glamour.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.