Publisher's Synopsis
The Colonel of the Red Huzzars is a novel written by John Reed Scott. The story takes place in the late 19th century and follows the life of Colonel Maximilian von Stachelberg, a decorated military officer in the Austro-Hungarian army. The Colonel is a proud and ambitious man who has risen through the ranks of the army due to his exceptional leadership skills and bravery on the battlefield.As the story progresses, we see the Colonel face a number of challenges, both personal and professional. He is torn between his loyalty to the army and his love for a beautiful woman named Countess Livia. Meanwhile, tensions are rising between the Austro-Hungarian Empire and neighboring countries, and the Colonel finds himself in the middle of a dangerous political game.Throughout the novel, the author provides a vivid and detailed portrayal of life in the Austro-Hungarian Empire, including the military hierarchy, the aristocracy, and the complex political landscape of the time. The Colonel of the Red Huzzars is a thrilling and engaging read that offers a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era of European history.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.
