Austria by Frederic Shoberl

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Author Shoberl, Frederic, 1775-1853
LoC No. 03031659
Title Austria
containing a Description of the Manners, Customs, Character and Costumes of the People of that Empire
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Summary "Austria" by Frederic Shoberl is a descriptive account written in the early 19th century. The book provides an intricate exploration of the various manners, customs, character, and costumes of the diverse peoples inhabiting the Austrian Empire. It aims to illustrate the rich cultural tapestry of this vast and complex region through detailed descriptions and illustrations. The opening of "Austria" sets the stage for a comprehensive examination of the empire's provinces, highlighting their extent and population demographics. The author introduces the reader to the multifaceted nature of Austria's inhabitants, which include Germans, Hungarians, and various Slavonian tribes, each with distinct customs and languages. Through these reflections, Shoberl emphasizes the political and social complexities arising from the diverse ethnicities within the empire, foreshadowing the in-depth analysis and depictions of regional differences that will follow in the subsequent chapters. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class DB: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Austria, Hungary, Czech Republic, Slovakia
Subject Austria -- Social life and customs
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EBook-No. 42826
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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