Climate of Rebellion in the Early Modern Ottoman Empire

Discover the profound effects of climate change in the Ottoman Empire with "Climate of Rebellion in the Early Modern Ottoman Empire" by Sam White. Published by Cambridge University Press in 2013, this insightful book spans 376 pages and delves into the significant impacts of Little Ice Age climate fluctuations on Ottoman territories. White meticulously examines how the imperial systems of provisioning and settlement, which were the backbone of Ottoman power in the 1500s, began to disintegrate under the strain of ecological challenges, including extreme cold and drought. This unraveling of stability set the stage for the catastrophic Celali Rebellion. A must-read for those interested in history, climate studies, and the complexities of empire, this book offers a compelling narrative that connects environmental change with social upheaval.