Mehman Suleymanov, Doctor of Historical Sciences and Professor, has donated his book The Battle of Chaldiran to the Presidential Library.

The book focuses on a pivotal episode in the history of the Safavid state and the political development of the Middle East in the early sixteenth century: the Battle of Chaldiran, fought in 1514. The battle holds particular significance in the life and reign of Shah Ismail, founder of the Safavid state, and stands as a defining event in the military and political history of the period.

Based on reliable historical sources, the publication provides an in-depth analysis of the origins, course, and consequences of the battle. It examines the historical circumstances that shaped the conflict and explores the principal factors underlying the confrontation between the Safavid and Ottoman states.

The study of the Battle of Chaldiran offers valuable insights into Shah Ismail’s political and military activities, the development of the Safavid state, and the broader dynamics of regional politics during this period. Research devoted to this event is also of considerable interest to readers seeking to explore key stages in the history of Azerbaijan.

The addition of this publication to the Presidential Library’s collection enhances its historical holdings and provides a valuable reference for historians, scholars, university students, and readers interested in the Safavid era and the political history of the region.