The Story of the Little Greek Boy Who Became a Powerful Pasha: Myth and Reality in the Life of İbrahim Edhem Pasha, c. 1818–1893
BY Edhem EldemThe life of 19th century Ottoman ruler İbrahim Edhem Pasha is a fascinating blend of facts and legend. His life, colored by war, nationalism, and politics, will eventually shape the career of his son Osman Hamdi Bey – a famed figure in Ottoman history.
Biographical details on the 19th century Ottoman ruler İbrahim Edhem Pasha are scarce. The challenge of compiling an accurate life history of Edhem Pasha is complicated by the pasha's own silence about his past. This discourse examines the biographical writings concerning Edhem Pasha and analyzes their merits and faults. Basic information that can be agreed on is that Edhem Pa...
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