The Cameo Of The Empress (1912) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781437106091)

The Cameo of the Empress is a historical fiction novel written by Sigmund Krausz and published in 1912. The story is set in the late 18th century and revolves around the lives of two young women, Princess Maria Theresa and Countess Franziska von Traun. Princess Maria Theresa is the daughter of the Holy Roman Emperor, Joseph II, and is engaged to marry the future King of France, Louis XVI. Countess Franziska is a lady-in-waiting to the Empress Maria Theresa and is tasked with the responsibility of escorting a valuable cameo to France as a gift from the Empress to the future Queen of France.As the two women journey to France, they encounter various challenges and obstacles, including political unrest and personal conflicts. Along the way, they form a close bond and learn to rely on each other for support and guidance.The novel is a captivating tale of friendship, loyalty, and the struggles of two young women in a time of great political upheaval. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the lives of European royalty during the late 18th century and is a must-read for fans of historical fiction.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.

Author: Sigmund Krausz
ISBN-10: 1437106099
ISBN-13: 9781437106091
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 10/01/2008
Pages: 296
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.88lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.62d