Core Graduate Colloquium: History of the Ottoman Empire

Catalog description

This course presents a comprehensive exploration of key themes in Ottoman History spanning the 14th to the early 20th centuries. Emphasizing a critical approach, the curriculum introduces students to historiographical debates within the field. It is designed to contextualize Ottoman history within broader frameworks, including European, Eurasian, Mediterranean, and Islamic history. Additionally, the course delves into the intellectual trends of the 20th and 21st centuries that shape the landscape of Ottoman History, providing students with a holistic understanding of the field's evolution.