Maria Theresa (1897) - James Franck Bright - Bog

Maria Theresa is a historical biography written by James Franck Bright and published in 1897. The book chronicles the life of Maria Theresa, the only female ruler of the Habsburg Empire and one of the most significant figures in European history. Born in 1717, Maria Theresa was the daughter of Emperor Charles VI of Austria. Despite the fact that the Salic Law prevented women from inheriting the throne, Charles VI named Maria Theresa his heir. After her father's death, Maria Theresa faced numerous challenges, including the War of the Austrian Succession and the Seven Years' War. Throughout her reign, Maria Theresa implemented a number of reforms aimed at modernizing the Habsburg Empire. She also worked to improve the lives of her subjects, particularly those who were most vulnerable. Bright's biography provides a detailed account of Maria Theresa's life, including her childhood, her marriage to Francis I, and her reign as Empress. The book also explores the political and social context of the time, shedding light on the challenges that Maria Theresa faced and the impact of her reign on Europe. Overall, Maria Theresa is a comprehensive and engaging biography that offers readers a fascinating glimpse into the life of one of the most influential female rulers in European history.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.