Emperor Francis Joseph: Life, Death and the Fall of the Habsburg Empire

· The History Press
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In 1848, 28-year-old Francis Joseph became King of Hungary and Emperor of Austria. He would reign for almost 68 years, the longest of any modern European monarch. Focusing on the life of Emperor Francis Joseph and his family, this book examines their personal relationships against the turbulent background of the 19th century.

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5.0
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Ian Schilling
July 23, 2020
As a fan of history, this book is an easily digestible account of one of Europe's longest ruling autocrats. The author's ability to explain the often complicated family history and political intrigues of the era is second to none. Highly recommended.
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