{"title":"Charles Fitzroy","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the collection of works by Charles Fitzroy, a distinguished author known for his captivating exploration of history and culture. Renowned for bringing the past to life, Fitzroy's writing is both engaging and meticulously researched, making it an enriching experience for readers interested in delving into the past.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his notable works is \u003cem\u003eIstanbul on Five Kurush a Day\u003c\/em\u003e, a fascinating journey through the iconic city's vibrant history, offering insights into its cultural and historical significance. Through accessible narratives and vivid descriptions, Fitzroy guides readers on a tour of Istanbul's captivating past, revealing the city's transformative eras and influential figures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe compositions by Charles Fitzroy fall within the \u003cstrong\u003eHistory \u0026amp; Military\u003c\/strong\u003e categories, providing readers with a profound understanding of historical dynamics through an engaging lens. With each book, Fitzroy opens a window into the world of yesteryears, making complex historical subjects approachable and intriguing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore the world of Charles Fitzroy and embark on educational adventures through various significant periods and locations that have shaped our current society.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"istanbul-on-five-kurush-a-day-by-charles-fitzroy-9780500294819","title":"Istanbul on Five Kurush a Day","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWelcome to the exotic world of Istanbul in the year 1750! Palaces \u0026amp; mosques, coffee houses and baths - this is your pocket guide to the city of the Sultans.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis entertaining and informative guide takes you on a journey back to the era of the Grand Tour, when Istanbul was a favourite destination for enterprising travellers. Learn how to gain access to the heavily guarded Topkapi Sarayi. Discover how to haggle with the expert salesmen in the bustling bazaars, learn what excitements await you in a Turkish bath and attend the strange rituals of the whirling dervishes. Or watch the sultan, dressed in all his finery, taking to the Bosphorus in his splendid barge. The more daring can join the crowds attending an execution or taste the forbidden delicacies on offer in the most risque coffee houses and opium dens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWitty and fact-filled, \u003ci\u003eIstanbul on Five Kurush a Day\u003c\/i\u003e will appeal to travellers, museum-goers and anyone who wonders what it would really have been like to visit the hub of the Ottoman Empire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46849340539116,"sku":"9780500294819","price":21.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/2769053482366.jpg?v=1759042111"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/charles-fitzroy.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}