The North Caucasus Borderland

The book delves into the North Caucasus as a pivotal borderland between the Ottoman and Russian Empires during the 16th century, highlighting its role in the origins of their rivalry. It examines the period from the Muscovites' annexation of the Khanate of Astrakhan in 1556 to their eventual expulsion by the Ottomans in 1605. Utilizing a range of primary sources, the author analyzes the complexities of imperial interactions and the experiences of the local populations impacted by these conflicts. Murat Yaşar, an associate professor, brings expertise from his extensive research in this area.