Kösem Sultan is based on the life of one of the most powerful and influential women in Ottoman history—Mahpeyker Kösem Sultan. She was the wife of Sultan Ahmed I, mother of Sultans Murad IV and Ibrahim I, and grandmother of Mehmed IV. The book explores her journey from a concubine in the Ottoman Imperial Harem to becoming the Valide Sultan (Queen Mother) and the regent who effectively ruled the empire during the 17th century.
The narrative often includes:
Her rise to power in the Ottoman court
Political intrigues, conspiracies, and power struggles in the Topkapi Palace
Her intelligence, diplomacy, and at times ruthless decisions to maintain authority
The cultural and historical backdrop of the Ottoman Empire during its peak and subsequent challenges
The book highlights not only the glamour and authority of the harem but also the dark politics and sacrifices behind that power.
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