Publisher's Synopsis
The Cradle of the Hapsburgs is a historical book written by J.W. Gilbart-Smith in 1907. The book provides a detailed account of the early history of the Hapsburg dynasty, which was one of the most powerful royal families in Europe. The book explores the origins of the Hapsburgs, tracing their lineage back to the 10th century and the House of Babenberg. The author delves into the political and cultural landscape of the time, describing the rise of the Hapsburgs to power in the 13th century and their subsequent expansion across Europe. The book also examines the family's role in shaping the political and social history of the continent, including their involvement in the Holy Roman Empire and the Spanish Empire.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of the Hapsburgs' history. The author draws on a variety of sources, including primary accounts and historical documents, to provide a comprehensive and engaging narrative of the family's rise to power and their impact on European history.Overall, The Cradle of the Hapsburgs is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in European history, the Hapsburg dynasty, or the political and cultural landscape of medieval and early modern Europe.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.
