My Past

My Past

Marie Larisch

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Editorial:
Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
Materia
Política y gobierno
ISBN:
9781104146696
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My Past: Reminiscences Of The Courts Of Austria And Bavaria is a memoir written by Marie Larisch, a member of the Austrian nobility who was closely associated with the Habsburgs and the Wittelsbachs. The book was first published in 1913 and provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of European aristocracy in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.Larisch’s memoir covers her life from childhood to adulthood, detailing her experiences at the courts of Austria and Bavaria. She was a close friend of Empress Elisabeth of Austria (better known as Sisi) and was involved in the scandal surrounding the assassination of Sisi’s son, Crown Prince Rudolf. Larisch also had a close relationship with King Ludwig II of Bavaria, who was famously eccentric and reclusive.Throughout the book, Larisch provides detailed descriptions of the opulent lifestyles of the European aristocracy, including their lavish parties, extravagant clothing, and luxurious palaces. She also discusses the political and social issues of the time, including the rise of nationalism and the decline of the Habsburg and Wittelsbach dynasties.My Past: Reminiscences Of The Courts Of Austria And Bavaria is a captivating read for anyone interested in European history or the lives of the aristocracy. Larisch’s firsthand accounts of the events and personalities of the time provide a unique perspective on this fascinating period in history.Together With The True Story Of The Events Leading Up To The Tragic Death Of Rudolph, Crown Prince Of Austria.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.

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