The History of Austria: A Fascinating Guide to this Beautiful Country (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9798692461346)

A wondrous ancient land and a nation shaped by wars, conflict, and progress.

Austria stands out amid its distinctly European heritage as a country that has had a myriad of forces conquering and leaving their mark on it. Yet through the long-drawn epic saga, the country remains a diverse and united place and stands strong as a notable contender in the annals of history. Among its historical significance are the facts that the sport of skiing was likely invented, there, and the country has the oldest zoo in the world.

This book will detail the various conquests through Austria's history and how it helped form the social, cultural, and economic landscape of the country.

What you'll discover in this fascinating book:

• Prehistoric Austria as old as civilization itself
• Changes in the land through the Copper, Bronze, and Iron Ages
• The arrival of the Romans and the spread of Christianity
• Inquisition and development of the country by various dynasties
• The Protestant Reformation period and its effects
• Continuation of colonization by various empires and alliances
• Development of Vienna as a center of music in Europe
• The effect of Napoleanic Wars on Austria

..... And much more

Through the plethora of changes, Austria, today, stands as a multicultural society with German being the most widely spoken language, and pockets of other languages including Serbian, Turkish, and Croatian spoken as well. The country has one of the oldest flags in the world, few of the most prominent musicians have called it home, and it has the longest cave in the world at 42 kilometers. This book will present the amazing country of Austria to you in all its historic vibrancy and truly broaden your understanding.