Elizabeth, Empress Of Austria: A Memoir (1899) - Hardcover

""Elizabeth, Empress of Austria: A Memoir"" is a book written by Edward Morgan Alborough De Burgh and published in 1899. The book is a biography of Empress Elizabeth of Austria, also known as Sisi. The author provides an in-depth look at the life of the Empress, from her childhood to her marriage to Franz Joseph I of Austria and her later years as a widow. The book explores the Empress's personality, her interests, and her struggles. It delves into her relationships with her family, including her difficult relationship with her mother-in-law, Archduchess Sophie. The author also discusses the Empress's political views and her involvement in Hungarian politics.Throughout the book, the author uses primary sources, including letters and diaries, to provide a detailed and accurate account of the Empress's life. The book also includes illustrations and photographs of the Empress and her family.Overall, ""Elizabeth, Empress of Austria: A Memoir"" provides a fascinating insight into the life of one of Europe's most enigmatic and intriguing figures. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the Habsburg Empire and the life of Empress Elizabeth.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.