Publisher's Synopsis
""The Reign of the House of Rothschild 1830-1871"" is a historical book written by Egon Caesar Corti. The book chronicles the rise of the Rothschild family, a prominent banking dynasty, during the 19th century. The story begins in 1830 when the five Rothschild brothers, who had established banking houses across Europe, became the dominant financial force in Europe. The book explores the family's influence on European politics and economics, including their role in financing wars and revolutions. It also delves into the personal lives of the Rothschilds, including their marriages, children, and rivalries. The book provides a detailed account of the family's business operations, including their investments in railroads, mines, and other industries. It also examines the Rothschilds' philanthropic activities and their contributions to the arts and sciences. Overall, ""The Reign of the House of Rothschild 1830-1871"" offers a comprehensive look at one of the most powerful families in European history and their impact on the world.Contents: Weathering The Crises Of 1830; The Road To The King Of Financiers; The Rothschilds And The Earliest Railways; The Rothschilds And The Spanish Throne; Shaking Thrones; The Revolution Of 1848; Fighting For Position With Louis Napoleon, Cavour And Bismark; From The Crimean War To The Italian War Of 1859; The Eventful Years; The Rothschilds In The Twentieth Century. Includes A Genealogy For The Period And A Bibliography.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.