The War in Syria, Volume 1 (of 2) by Charles Napier
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"The War in Syria, Volume 1" by Charles Napier is a historical account written in the early 19th century. This volume delves into the intricacies of the conflict in Syria during a time of significant political upheaval, including the rise of Mehemet Ali, the Viceroy of Egypt, and the tensions involving the Ottoman Empire and European powers. The book is likely to interest readers looking for a firsthand perspective on military strategy
and international relations during this pivotal historical moment. At the start of the narrative, the author outlines the state of affairs in the Levant in August 1839, revealing the backdrop of escalating tensions between the Ottoman Empire and Mehemet Ali's forces. Napier shares insights from his interviews with key figures such as Hosrew Pacha and Sir Robert Stopford, highlighting the precarious position of the Turkish government. He describes the ineffectiveness of the allied squadrons and the potential consequences of their inaction, setting the stage for the unfolding drama of a war that would involve military engagements and diplomatic maneuvers in response to the insurrections and the ambitions of the involved parties. The book begins with a clear exposition of the political landscape and personal accounts that promise to engage readers seeking a thorough understanding of the conflict. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Napier, Charles, 1786-1860 |
|---|---|
| Title | The War in Syria, Volume 1 (of 2) |
| Credits |
Produced by KD Weeks, Brian Coe and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 59.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DT: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Africa |
| Subject | Turkey -- History -- 1829-1878 |
| Subject | Egypt -- History -- Mohammed Ali, 1805-1849 |
| Subject | Syria -- History |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 53498 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-53498-5 |
| Release Date | Nov 10, 2016 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 749 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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