Ebook: The Habsburgs: The History of a Dynasty

At one point, Habsburg territories stretched not only across Europe but across the globe, into Asia, Africa and the Americas. Their story is vital for understanding how kings rules, nations rose, and societies changed as modern Europe came into being. Curtis provides a concise, comprehensive picture of the Habsburgs dynasty's development.;From not so humble beginnings (c. 1000-1439) -- Austria's destiny (1440-1519) -- The greatest generation (1516-64) -- The European superpower (1556-1621) -- Division in faith and family (1564-1619) -- Endless war (1619-65) -- Rise and fall (1657-1705) -- Opulent stagnation (1705-40) -- Enlightenment and reform (1740-92) -- Revolution and reaction (1792-1848) -- To succumb with honor (1848-1918).