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The Habsburgs - The History of a Dynasty

English · Hardback

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The Habsburgs rank among the most celebrated ruling dynasties in history. At one point, their territories stretched not only across Europe but across the globe, into Asia, Africa and the Americas. By virtue of their long pre-eminence, the family made an indelible mark on European affairs, shaping the course of international politics and diplomacy, and knitting together the diverse peoples of Central Europe. The story of the Habsburgs is theatrical and compelling, but it is also vital for understanding how kings ruled, nations rose, and societies changed as modern Europe came into being. In this book, Benjamin Curtis explores both the Spanish and Austrian branches of the dynasty, providing a concise, comprehensive picture of the dynasty's development. This study clearly demonstrates why the Habsburgs are considered the most consistently accomplished practitioners of European dynasticism.

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Introduction
1. From not-so-humble beginnings (c. 1000-1439)
2. Austria's destiny (1440-1519)
3. The greatest generation (1516-64)
4. The European superpower (1156-1621)
5. Division in faith and family (1564-1619)
6. Endless war (1619-65)
7. Rise and fall (1657-1705)
8. Opulent stagnation (1705-40)
9. Enlightenment and reform (1740-92)
10. Revolution and reaction (1792-1848)
11. To succumb with honor (1848-1918)
Conclusion
Notes
Bibliography
Index


Product details

Authors Benjamin Curtis, Curtis Benjamin
Publisher Bloomsbury Academic
 
Languages English
Product format Hardback
Released 18.07.2013
 
EAN 9781441180230
ISBN 978-1-4411-8023-0
No. of pages 312
Series Dynasties
Dynasties
Subjects Humanities, art, music > History > Regional and national histories

Europe, European History, HISTORY / Europe / General, c 1500 onwards to present day, c 1000 CE to c 1500, Modern Period, C 1500 Onwards

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