In the Classroom 8
Harem Scare ‘Em
NOTE: There are many different ways to
correctly spell the name “Suleiman.” Several
variations are used to be consistent with the
Web site or book referenced.
Alexander. (Oxford University Press,
1993) This book explores an
extraordinary collection of Turkish
rugs and explains the signicance
of many of the designs.
by John Freely. (Penguin, 1998)
This book describes the history of
this vibrant city, from its foundation
to the present.
by Lord Kinross.
(Harper Perennial, 1979)
This is a chronicle of the history
of the Ottoman Empire, from its
inception under Osman I to its decline
after the exile of Mehmed VI.
by Andre Clot.
(Saqi Books, 2004)
This book details Suleiman’s campaign
to extend the geographic boundaries
by Carter Vaughn Findley.
(Oxford University Press, 2004)
This book explores the economic,
social, and political history of the
Turkish people, from two thousand
years ago to the present.
by Peter F.
Stone. (Thames & Hudson, 2004)
Through full-color images, this book
explains the motifs, designs, and
patterns in rugs from the Near East
and Central Asia.
Schomp. (Benchmark Books, 2004)
Introduces important events in Europe,
Asia, and the Americas in 1500.
by David Macaulay.
(Houghton Mifin, 2004)
The construction of a ctional
mosque circa 1595, modeled after
the work of the Ottoman Empire
architect Sinan, combines
architectural details with insight
into Islamic culture and religion.
by Elsa Marston.
(Franklin Watts, 2001)
Information about Muhammad,
as well as information about Muslim
beliefs and practices, is presented
in this introduction to Islam.
(Margaret K. McElderry, 2003)
This book tells the story of Muhammad’s
life in words and pictures.
by Lucile Davis.
(Blackbirch Press, 2004)
Life During the Great Civilizations
series. This overview of the Ottoman
Empire provides information on
families, homes, clothing, work,
Ruggiero. (Benchmark Books, 2003)
Cultures of the Past series. Offers
detailed information about all
aspects of the Ottoman Empire,
including an in-depth description
of the reign of Suleyman.
by Miriam Greenblatt.
(Benchmark Books, 2002)
Rulers and Their Times series.
Provides information on Süleyman’s
military and personal triumphs
and defeats, and the daily lives of