by Carl Lonyay (Author)
Rudolph: The Tragedy of Mayerling is a book written by Carl Lonyay that tells the story of Crown Prince Rudolph of Austria-Hungary and his tragic death at the Mayerling hunting lodge in 1889. The book explores the life of Rudolph, who was known for his progressive ideas and his struggles with mental illness and addiction. It also delves into the political climate of the time and the tensions between the Austro-Hungarian Empire and other European powers. The central focus of the book is the events leading up to Rudolph's death, including his relationship with his young lover, Baroness Mary Vetsera, and the circumstances surrounding their deaths. Lonyay draws on historical documents, diaries, and letters to provide a detailed and emotional account of this tragic event that shook the royal family and the world. The book is a fascinating exploration of a complex historical figure and the turbulent times in which he lived.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.