| Author |
Mitton, G. E. (Geraldine Edith), 1868-1955 |
| Illustrator |
Compton, Edward Harrison, 1881-1960 |
| Illustrator |
Nixon, Mima, 1861-1939 |
| Illustrator |
Pocock, Noel |
| Illustrator |
Stokes, Adrian Scott, 1854-1935 |
| Illustrator |
Stokes, Marianne, 1855-1927 |
| Title |
Austria-Hungary
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| Original Publication |
United Kingdom: Adam and Charles Black,1915.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 62.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Charlene Taylor, Charlie Howard, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries)
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| Summary |
"Austria-Hungary" by G. E. Mitton is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work provides an examination of the complex political structure and cultural diversity of the dual monarchy that existed between Austria and Hungary. Mitton explores the intricate relationship between these two regions, focusing on their governance, the various nationalities that inhabit the empire, and the historical events that shaped their coexistence. The beginning of the book introduces the reader to the diverse and multifaceted nature of Austria-Hungary, emphasizing the importance of understanding the country's past to fully appreciate its present. Mitton explains the dual monarchy under Emperor Francis Joseph and the political intricacies that allow both Austria and Hungary to maintain separate identities while still being united under a single sovereign. The author raises questions about national pride, the tensions stemming from ethnic diversity, and the historical context necessary for comprehending the complexities of life in this unique Habsburg empire. Overall, this opening sets the stage for a detailed exploration of Austria-Hungary’s rich history and cultural tapestry. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
DB: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Austria, Hungary, Czech Republic, Slovakia
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| Subject |
Austria -- Description and travel
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| Subject |
Hungary -- Description and travel
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
69481 |
| Release Date |
Dec 6, 2022 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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