The Empire of Austria; Its Rise and Present Power by John S. C. Abbott
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"The Empire of Austria; Its Rise and Present Power" by John S. C. Abbott is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. This work chronicles the ambitious ascent of the Austrian Empire, detailing significant events and key figures who shaped its history, starting with Rhodolph of Habsburg. The narrative emphasizes the empire's dramatic struggles and the interplay of politics and warfare, aiming to provide insights into the empire's complex political landscape
and influences on Europe. The opening of the book sets the stage for the narrative by introducing Rhodolph of Habsburg, who becomes a pivotal figure in the rise of Austria. It begins with Rhodolph's lineage and early life, outlining his father’s military ambitions and Rhodolph's subsequent rise to power. The text recounts how Rhodolph's ambition led him through a series of conquests, culminating in his election as Emperor of Germany. Significant battles against powerful adversaries, including King Ottocar of Bohemia, are detailed, showcasing Rhodolph's tactical prowess and his ability to galvanize support. Themes of loyalty, ambition, and the tensions between nobility and emerging centralized authority are woven throughout, establishing the groundwork for the expansive history of the Austrian Empire to follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Abbott, John S. C. (John Stevens Cabot), 1805-1877 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Empire of Austria; Its Rise and Present Power |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Curtis Weyant, David King, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team from page images generously made available by the Making of America Collection of the University of Michigan Library (www.hti.umich.edu/m/moagrp/) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 62.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DB: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Austria, Hungary, Czech Republic, Slovakia |
| Subject | Austria -- History |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 16070 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-16070-2 |
| Release Date | Jun 15, 2005 |
| Last Update | Dec 11, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 811 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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