Memoirs Of Prince Metternich V1: 1773-1815

By Richard Metternich and Klemens von Metternich

Book Overview

Memoirs of Prince Metternich V1: 1773-1815 is an autobiographical account of the life and times of Prince Metternich, one of the most influential statesmen of the 19th century. The book is written by Metternich himself, with the assistance of Richard Metternich, his grandson.The memoirs cover Metternich's early life, his education, and his rise to power in the Austrian Empire. He served as Foreign Minister of Austria from 1809 to 1848, and during this time he played a key role in shaping the political landscape of Europe.The book provides a fascinating insight into the political and social climate of Europe during the early 19th century. Metternich discusses his interactions with other key figures of the time, including Napoleon Bonaparte and Tsar Alexander I of Russia. He also provides a detailed account of the Congress of Vienna, which was held in 1815 and was instrumental in shaping the future of Europe.In addition to his political career, Metternich also discusses his personal life, including his marriage and his relationship with his children. He also reflects on the changing world around him, including the impact of the Industrial Revolution and the rise of nationalism.Overall, Memoirs of Prince Metternich V1: 1773-1815 is a fascinating and insightful account of one of the most important political figures of the 19th century. It offers a unique perspective on the history of Europe and provides valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities of the time.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: 1163132381
• ISBN13: 9781163132388
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 744 Pages
• Weight: 2.77 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.5" x 7.5" x 9.3"