The Singing Turk: Ottoman Power and Operatic Emotions on the European Stage from the Siege of Vienna to the Age of Napoleon The Singing Turk is a groundbreaking book that explores the fascinating history of Ottoman power and operatic emotions on the European stage from the siege of Vienna to the age of Napoleon. Authored by the renowned scholar of Turkish studies, Dr. Elizabeth A. P. H. M. de Jong, this book offers a unique perspective on the cultural and political dynamics between Europe and the Ottoman Empire during the 17th and 18th centuries. Through an in-depth analysis of operas, plays, and other performance art forms, De Jong reveals how the Ottomans were perceived and represented in European culture, and how these representations shaped the course of history. The book begins with the siege of Vienna in 1683, where the Ottomans nearly conquered the city but ultimately failed due to their lack of artillery. This failure marked the beginning of a long period of decline for the Ottoman Empire, which would eventually lead to its collapse in the early 20th century.

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