The role of the last Habsburg emperor is still controversially discussed today. Which image does Emperor Karl live up to? Regent, soldier, fighter for peace or family man? To mark the 100th anniversary of his death on 1 April, a splendid and comprehensive illustrated book is now being published that paints a picture of the man behind the monarch.
Hannes Etzlstorfer, cultural historian and exhibition organiser, has taken an in-depth look at Charles' personality and brings it into the limelight in the tension between will and ability as well as his life and fate in contemporary commentaries, reports and illustrations. In those atmospheric snapshots, dramolettes and humoresques, the character traits emerge more unadulterated. The portrait is completed by the rich abundance of illustrations from numerous collections, which make the events and biography vivid and comprehensible. Chronologically structured, the author leads us through Karl's life in his usual entertaining, informative and well-founded manner. The appealing design of the book by Katharina Zenger makes the reading experience a real feast for the eyes.
Group
Books (first-hand)
Author
Etzelstorfer, Hannes
Title
Karl. Der letzte Kaiser
Details
Very many black and white and colour illustrations, large format. 296 pages.
State
new
Kral GmbH J.F. Kennedyplatz 2 2560 Berndorf Österreich
