EUROPEAN DYNASTIES AND THEIR RESIDENCES - COLLECTIVE WORK

Discover the fascinating history of European monarchies and their magnificent residences. This collective work takes the reader on a journey through the most beautiful palaces and castles of the Old Continent, showcasing the rich cultural and architectural heritage of Europe. Learn about the fates of rulers and the secrets hidden within the walls of their seats.

• Over half a thousand illustrations: carefully selected photos and reproductions of works of art
• History of a hundred palaces and castles: from St. Petersburg to Lisbon
• Concise descriptions: the history of the residence and its current state
• Note on the fate of the monarchy: information about the ruling families and their representatives
• Alphabetical arrangement by country: easy to find interesting objects
• Hardcover edition: guarantee of durability and elegant appearance
• Ideal gift for lovers of history and architecture

The book "European Dynasties and Their Residences" is an extraordinary journey through the fates of a hundred palaces and castles scattered throughout the Old Continent, from St. Petersburg to Lisbon and from Trondheim to Athens. They are currently located within the borders of 27 European states. Among them are imperial, royal and princely seats; both secular and religious rulers - popes, prince bishops and grand masters of orders.

The objects are arranged alphabetically by country. Each chapter consists of an outline of the history of the residence and a concise description of its current state. It is accompanied by a note discussing the fate of entire monarchies, individual ruling families or their representatives associated with the building. The book is decorated with over half a thousand carefully selected illustrations, both contemporary photographs and reproductions of works of art, old iconographic documents and portraits.

Dragon Publishing House puts into the hands of readers an album that takes them through time and space, showing the cultural and architectural richness of Europe. Carefully selected illustrative material and accessible language make the book ideal for both specialists and a wide audience. It is a must-have for anyone interested in the history of European ruling families and their seats.

The book has a hardcover, which guarantees its durability and elegant appearance. The 214x287 mm format makes the album comfortable to read and view. The number of pages – 448 – provides rich content and lots of fascinating information. The year of publication 2024 proves the up-to-date nature of the presented data.