The War of the Austrian Succession proved an endless procession of unpleasantness among a handful of dynastic families that ruled Europe in the 18th century. It was such a hodgepodge of affairs that historiographers cannot agree whether it was one war or three. In Germany, the war is as likely to be called the First and Second Silesian wars. Nevertheless, Browning tries to tie this series of squabbles into a coherent account. For the most part, he succeeds. Browning presents little that is new in content or thesis. What makes this account worthwhile is that it is the first comprehensive, scholarly book of this war (or wars). Scholars of the era will find it interesting and very useful. Title: The War of the Austrian Succession Author Name: Browning, Reed Location Published: St Martin's Press: 1995 Binding: softcover Book Condition: As New Pages: 445 Categories: European Wars 1700s, War of Austrian Succession 1740-1748 Seller ID: 0538
