The History Of Switzerland (1875)

By Heinrich Zschokke, Emil Zschokke, Francis George Shaw, et al.

Book Overview

The History of Switzerland is a comprehensive account of the country's past, written by Heinrich Zschokke and first published in 1875. The book covers the period from the earliest human settlements in Switzerland to the end of the 19th century, and provides a detailed analysis of the country's political, social, and cultural developments over this time. Zschokke's writing is clear and engaging, and he draws on a wide range of sources to provide a balanced and nuanced view of Swiss history. Topics covered in the book include the founding of the Swiss Confederation, the Reformation, the rise of the Swiss banking industry, and the country's role in the Napoleonic Wars. The book also explores the cultural and linguistic diversity of Switzerland, and the challenges of maintaining political unity in a country with four official languages. Overall, The History of Switzerland is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of this fascinating country.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165694336
• ISBN13: 9781165694334
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 416 Pages
• Weight: 1.22 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"