The Sandzak of Novi Pazar: Millets, Nations, Empires

The millet system was the foundation of Ottoman society and statehood, and this monograph provides a comprehensive analysis of its establishment and main pillars. It also discusses the adoption of Islam in the border area between Serbia and Montenegro, the impact of conflict and migrations on the ethno-religious landscape, and the discrepancy between the policies adopted and enforced by the Sublime Porte and their limited impact on remote provinces and regions. The author relies heavily on primary sources and divides the chronological analysis into three periods: period of stability, period of challenges, and period of irreversible decay.

Format: Hardback
Length: 152 pages
Publication date: 15 March 2022
Publisher: Lexington Books

The intricate ethno-religious mosaic of the western Balkans demands a comprehensive analysis that goes beyond the methodological boundaries. To fully comprehend this complex tapestry, it is essential to delve into the profound millet system, which served as the foundation of the Ottoman society and statehood. This monograph offers a comprehensive exploration of the establishment and fundamental pillars of this social structure. Furthermore, readers will find valuable insights into the dynamics of Islam's adoption in the border area between Serbia and Montenegro, known as Sandžak, as well as the geopolitical struggles that hastened the decline of the millets and brought these nations into the volatile heart of the Balkans. The impact of conflict and subsequent migrations on the ethno-religious landscape is given ample attention in this volume. Additionally, the analysis highlights the discrepancy between the policies adopted and enforced by the Sublime Porte and their limited impact on the remote provinces and regions where the power of the Sultans was either nominal or limited.

The author relies heavily on primary sources, including contemporary travelogues, reports, and field studies, to provide a rich and detailed account of the period. The chronological analysis is divided into three periods: a period of stability, a period of challenges, and a period of irreversible decay, each reflecting the internal and external power and strength of the Ottoman Empire.

By examining the millet system, the adoption of Islam, the geopolitical dynamics, and the impact of conflict, this monograph offers a comprehensive understanding of the western Balkans' ethno-religious mosaic. It sheds light on the complex interplay of factors that shaped this region's history and provides valuable insights into the ongoing challenges and opportunities that exist in this dynamic and complex part of the world.

Weight: 404g
Dimension: 226 x 161 x 18 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781793641809