Publisher's Synopsis
The Martyrdom of an Empress is a historical novel written by Marguerite Cunliffe-Owen. The book is set in the late 19th century and follows the story of Empress Elisabeth of Austria, also known as Sisi. The novel is based on true events and explores the life of the Empress, her marriage to Emperor Franz Joseph, and her tragic death.The book begins with Sisi's marriage to Franz Joseph and her struggles to adapt to the strict and rigid life of the Austrian court. Sisi is portrayed as a free-spirited and independent woman who resents the constraints of her royal duties. She finds solace in her travels and becomes a passionate advocate for Hungarian independence.As the story unfolds, Sisi's personal life becomes entangled in political turmoil. She is targeted by political extremists and survives several assassination attempts. Despite her husband's attempts to protect her, Sisi becomes increasingly isolated and paranoid.The novel reaches its climax with Sisi's assassination in 1898 by an Italian anarchist. The book portrays her death as a tragic and senseless act of violence that ultimately leads to her martyrdom.Overall, The Martyrdom of an Empress is a gripping historical novel that offers a fascinating insight into the life of one of Europe's most iconic figures. It is a must-read for anyone interested in history, politics, and the human condition.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.
