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Sandeman, G. A. C.

 
9781333690007: Metternich (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Metternich and the making of modern Europe: a clear, readable portrait of a diplomat who shaped an era.

This compelling biography traces Prince Klemens von Metternich from his early rise to power through the long arc of Europe’s post-Napoleonic order. It explores how his private character and his political instincts influenced Austria, the Habsburgs, and the balance of power across the continent. The book also surveys the Eastern Question, the Concert of Europe, and the tense diplomacy that held Europe together after 1815, offering a grounded view of how one man helped steer a continent.

- Follow Metternich’s career as he navigates alliance politics, congresses, and the fragile peace that followed war.
- See how the East, Greece, and the rising powers in Russia and Britain shaped his decisions and Austria’s role.
- Understand the tensions between dynastic interests and national movements that defined 19th‑century Europe.
- Get a nuanced look at the man behind the policy — his motives, doubts, and moments of triumph.

Ideal for readers of political biography and modern European history, who want a clear sense of how statesmanship, personality, and circumstance intertwine.

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