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The biography delves into the life of Francis Joseph, who ruled as emperor of Austria and king of several regions for nearly seven decades. It highlights his significant role during pivotal moments in European history, including the Crimean War and World War I. While often portrayed as a detached autocrat, the author, Alan Palmer, presents a nuanced view, revealing Francis Joseph's personal tragedies and familial warmth through extensive research, including letters and diaries. The work reassesses the emperor's legacy and its relevance in contemporary Austria.
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Twilight of the Habsburgs, Alan Palmer
- Lingua
- Pubblicato
- 1997
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- Sottotitolo
- The Life and Times of Emperor Francis Joseph
- Lingua
- Inglese
- Autori
- Alan Palmer
- Editore
- ATLANTIC MONTHLY PR
- Pubblicato
- 1997
- Formato
- In brossura
- Pagine
- 400
- ISBN13
- 9780871136657
- Serie
- Tag
- Saggistica, Tema stórico, Storia, Storie vere, Biografie, Storia d'Europa, Prima guerra mondiale (1914–1918)
- Valutazione
- 3,8 su 5
- Descrizione
- The biography delves into the life of Francis Joseph, who ruled as emperor of Austria and king of several regions for nearly seven decades. It highlights his significant role during pivotal moments in European history, including the Crimean War and World War I. While often portrayed as a detached autocrat, the author, Alan Palmer, presents a nuanced view, revealing Francis Joseph's personal tragedies and familial warmth through extensive research, including letters and diaries. The work reassesses the emperor's legacy and its relevance in contemporary Austria.