Srednjovjekovni i turski Osijek

In his seminal work Medieval and Ottoman Osijek (Srednjovjekovni i turski Osijek), distinguished historian and archivist Ivo Mažuran presents an exhaustive, scholarly study of the city's formative centuries. Drawing on a wealth of source material, archival documents, and historical maps, the author sheds detailed light on the era preceding the Ottoman arrival, when Osijek served as a significant medieval settlement and trading hub situated at the intersection of major transport routes.

The core of the monograph is dedicated to the dramatic and complex period of Ottoman rule, spanning from 1526 to 1687. Mažuran meticulously analyzes the city's transformation under the influence of Islamic civilization, placing special emphasis on the renowned Suleiman Bridge—a monumental architectural feat that established Osijek as a pivotal strategic, military, and commercial link between the Ottoman Empire and Central Europe. The author vividly describes the daily lives of the inhabitants, the administrative structure, religious conditions, and the city's military significance amidst turbulent times of war and destruction.

Rich in valuable data and geographical and demographic analyses, this work is an essential resource for historians, researchers of Slavonia’s past, and all local history enthusiasts seeking a deeper understanding of Osijek’s origins and development.