Publisher's Synopsis
Her Majesty Elizabeth of Austria-Hungary: The Beautiful, Tragic Empress of Europe's Most Brilliant Court is a biography written by Marie Louise Wallersee-Wittelsbach. The book tells the story of Empress Elizabeth, also known as Sisi, who was one of the most fascinating figures of the 19th century. She was known for her beauty, her unconventional ways, and her tragic end.The book covers Elizabeth's life from her childhood in Bavaria to her marriage to Emperor Franz Joseph of Austria-Hungary. It describes her struggles to adapt to life at the imperial court, her love affairs, and her passion for travel. The book also delves into the political and social climate of the time, providing a rich historical context for Elizabeth's life.The author draws on a variety of sources, including Elizabeth's own diaries and letters, to create a vivid portrait of this complex and enigmatic figure. The book explores the contradictions in Elizabeth's character, her deep love for her husband and children, and her longing for freedom and independence.Overall, Her Majesty Elizabeth of Austria-Hungary: The Beautiful, Tragic Empress of Europe's Most Brilliant Court is a compelling and insightful biography that offers a fascinating glimpse into the life of one of the most intriguing figures of the 19th century.This is a new release of the original 1934 edition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
