Philip Mansel
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Once the classical world’s dominant port, by the early 19th century the city founded by Alexander the Great was seemingly in terminal decline. But the energy and vision of the Ottoman governor Muhammad Ali restored its fortunes and, ultimately, set Egypt on the path to independence, as Philip Mansel explains. Published November 16 2010
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Philip Mansel reviews a book by Nicholas Henshall. Published September 22 2010
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Philip Mansel recalls the creation of the kingdom of Belgium in 1831, in a successful act of co-operation between London, Paris and Brussels.
Published April 12 2006
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Philip Mansel explores the City of the Sultans from 1453 onwards, and finds it characterised by a vibrant multi-culturalism until the Ottoman demise of 1922. Published May 19 2003
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With his own elaborate imperial court, with his family ensconced on thrones across the continent, and with his overthrow of several historic republics, Napoleon brought Europe to a pinnacle of monarchism, argues Philip Mansel. Published March 1 1998
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Philip Mansel looks at interchange and intrigue in the cross-currents of 18th-century culture between East and West. Published July 31 1996
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Philip Mansel uncovers books on the Ottoman Empire
Published February 1 1996
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Philip Mansel explores two new books examining Britain and Europe
Published January 1 1996
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Published June 30 1992
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Philip Mansel pays tribute to the Musée Napoleon Premier.
Published August 31 1987
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Philip Mansel looks at the commemorations surrounding the 250th anniversary of the death of a Habsburg monarch.
Published August 31 1986
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Philip Mansel explores a fascinating title on the funerals of the monarchs.
Published July 31 1986
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by Richard A. Jackson
Published November 1 1985
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Book review by Philip Mansel
Published March 1 1985
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Coinciding with a new exhibition, Philip Mansel on the dress codes of the English Court.
Published October 1 1984
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