Horn, W. O. von 1798-1867 creator Upton, George P. (George Putnam) 1834-1919 text utu 2020 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Maria Theresa" by W. O. von Horn is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the life and reign of Maria Theresa, a significant figure among European monarchs, focusing on her rise to power, the political challenges she faced, and the sweeping reforms she implemented in the Austro-Hungarian Empire. The opening of the narrative introduces readers to Maria Theresa's early life, detailing her pedigree and the challenges that came with her ascension to the throne as a young queen. It describes the political landscape that her father, Emperor Charles VI, navigated to secure her place following his death. Maria Theresa, highly educated and resilient, quickly grasps her responsibilities amid invasions and political intrigues, showcasing her ability to garner loyalty from her subjects, particularly during a time of war. The beginning sets the stage for a deeper exploration of her governance and the transformative impacts of her reign. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2020-06-30 Produced by D A Alexander, Stephen Hutcheson, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) Original publication data not identified Maria Theresa, Empress of Austria, 1717-1780 DB Original publication data not identified 05032426 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/62527 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/62527 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134436.0 62527