The Dream King: Ludwig Ii Of Bavaria
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: Wilfrid Blunt
Binding: Hardback
Published: Hamish Hamilton-London, 1970
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Very good
Pages: Good, price clipped
Markings: No markings
This compelling biography, The Dream King: Ludwig Ii Of Bavaria, chronicles the extraordinary life of Bavaria's enigmatic monarch, whose reign was marked by artistic patronage and a profound retreat into a world of fantasy. The narrative uncovers the complex personality of Ludwig II, detailing his passion for opera, his construction of magnificent castles, and his ultimate downfall. Blunt presents a vivid portrait of a ruler often misunderstood, illustrating the political pressures and personal eccentricities that shaped his destiny. Readers will find a meticulously researched account that brings to life the opulent and tragic existence of one of history's most fascinating figures.
Author: Wilfrid Blunt
Binding: Hardback
Published: Hamish Hamilton-London, 1970
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Very good
Pages: Good, price clipped
Markings: No markings
This compelling biography, The Dream King: Ludwig Ii Of Bavaria, chronicles the extraordinary life of Bavaria's enigmatic monarch, whose reign was marked by artistic patronage and a profound retreat into a world of fantasy. The narrative uncovers the complex personality of Ludwig II, detailing his passion for opera, his construction of magnificent castles, and his ultimate downfall. Blunt presents a vivid portrait of a ruler often misunderstood, illustrating the political pressures and personal eccentricities that shaped his destiny. Readers will find a meticulously researched account that brings to life the opulent and tragic existence of one of history's most fascinating figures.