Empress of the East: How a Slave Girl Became Queen of the Ottoman Empire

Empress of the East is not just an account of Hürrem Sultan but also of the Ottoman Empire. An essential read.

I saw Alexandra/Roxelana/Hurrem’s tomb in Istanbul, saw the ballet, heard conflicting views about her (a scheming/crafty slave who weakened am empire, a object of sleazy speculation, a giant of history). I viewed Magnificent Century on Utube (a travesty of history). This book treats this woman with respect as a historical figure and gives her a humanity.

I enjoy reading historical books, I am watching Magnificent Century

The book is very informative about the ottamon dynasty. During the time that Hurrem a slave became an empress.

Loved it , not finished yet but a brilliant book by a brilliant author