Ashmead Bartlet Ellis (6 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This compelling account chronicles the turbulent collapse of the Austro-Hungarian Empire after the Great War and the misery that engulfed millions. The author, an eyewitness to this tragedy, captures the profound shift in Eastern Europe, where the Habsburg Empire crumbled, leaving a void that gave rise to new political configurations. The book explores the desperation of the Viennese people, subjected to starvation and bitter cold, as the once-grand city descended into chaos and fear. Amidst the turmoil, speculators sought fortunes in the volatile currency markets, while the author reveals the depths of suffering endured by the masses. By delving into the aftermath of the war, this book provides insights into the consequences of defeat, the struggle for survival, and the reshaping of an entire region. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…

Hardcover. Condition: Very good. Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket issued. Folding map; 164pp. 12mo contemp. blue morocco gilt, bevelled edges on covers, initial 'J.G.W.' on front cover, extremities rubbed, a.e.g., Issued in wrappers, so the owner must have had it bound.