Carolina of Orange-Nassau

Carolina of Orange-Nassau
Author: Moniek Bloks
Publisher: John Hunt Publishing
Total Pages: 94
Release: 2019-01-25
Genre: History
ISBN: 1785359150

Carolina of Orange-Nassau (1743 – 1787) was born the daughter of William IV, Prince of Orange, and Anne, Princess Royal and was thus the granddaughter of King George II. It was upon the King's orders that she was named after his wife, Caroline of Ansbach. She was the first of Anne and William's children to survive to adulthood. When her father was at last made stadtholder of all seven united provinces, Carolina was included in the line of succession, in the event she had no brothers. A brother was eventually born, but due to his weak health, she remained an important figure. Carolina married Charles Christian of Nassau-Weilburg and suffered the loss of half her children, either in childbirth or infancy. Despite this, she acted as regent for her minor brother while heavily pregnant and remained devoted to him and the Dutch republic. Her children married well and her descendants sit upon the royal thrones of Europe, truly making her a grandmother of Europe.

Luxembourg: the Clog-Shaped Duchy

Luxembourg: the Clog-Shaped Duchy
Author: Andrew Reid
Publisher: AuthorHouse
Total Pages: 182
Release: 2005-12-05
Genre: History
ISBN: 1467009830

Luxembourg is one of Europe's smallest states, yet it is rich in history and boasts a glorious past of emperors, knights, castles and faith. In modern times it hasendured foreign occupation and partition before becoming a modern state in the nineteenth century. Despite this, Luxembourg enjoys influence way beyond its size. This book tells the story of Luxembourg from ancient times, through the crusader period and centuries of foreign domination, to the growth of the modern, prosperous Luxembourg of today.

Historical Dictionary of Luxembourg

Historical Dictionary of Luxembourg
Author: Harry C. Barteau
Publisher:
Total Pages: 316
Release: 1996
Genre: History
ISBN:

An essential reference guide to this important, but relatively unknown European country and offers an overview of its geography, people, language, religion, government, education, and history. Chronology and comprehensive bibliography. This sturdily constructed title is most welcome for its ability to provide quick answers to questions. It is recommended for the reference collections of academic and large public libraries. --ARBA

Luxembourg

Luxembourg
Author: Tim Skelton
Publisher: Bradt Travel Guides
Total Pages: 276
Release: 2024-06-24
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 1804691526

This new, thoroughly updated fifth edition of Bradt’s Luxembourg remains the only comprehensive, English-language guidebook to focus exclusively on this small but fascinating European country, where public transport is now entirely free. Reviews of the best places to stay and eat in all price categories, from luxury to budget, sit alongside information about every museum and significant place of interest, plus in-depth guides to local food, drink, language and culture, and advice on the best cycling and hiking trails, many of the latter having been personally explored by the author. This diminutive European state punches above its weight and is celebrated for everything from its early pioneering of commercial broadcasting with Radio Luxembourg to the fact that it has won the Eurovision Song Contest five times, while Luxembourg riders have won the Tour de France five times too. A foodie paradise, the country offers its own unique cuisine (a fusion of French and German influences) and perhaps the densest collection of Michelin-starred restaurants in the world. Short distances and easy travelling (whether by public transport or driving) mean a lot can be covered in a relatively brief visit, from sixty medieval castles to plentiful opportunities for outdoors enthusiasts, including long-distance international walking trails linking with the Belgian Ardennes and German Eifel. Military history is also covered, notably the sites of the Battle of the Ardennes and Hamm American Military Cemetery (the burial place of General Patton), as are details of the most popular sites such as Vianden and Luxembourg City’s Museum of Modern Art. New for this edition are: the Royal Hamilius complex in Luxembourg City (designed by architect Sir Norman Foster); the post-renovation, UNESCO-listed Pétrusse casemates; infrastructure upgrades such as extensions to the City’s tram line and ever-easier train and aeroplane access; details on the new cultural and art spaces in Esch-sur-Alzette (a European City of Culture in 2022); new wine-related events in the Moselle; a new Slate Museum in Haut-Martelange; and the Mëllerdall Nature and Geopark’s inclusion in UNESCO’s network of global geoparks. With so much in Luxembourg to surprise you, Bradt’s Luxembourg is the perfect travel companion.

Inventing Luxembourg

Inventing Luxembourg
Author:
Publisher: BRILL
Total Pages: 396
Release: 2010
Genre: History
ISBN: 9004181768

The grand duchy of Luxembourg was created after the Napoleonic Wars, but at the time there was no 'nation' that identified with the emergent state. This book analyses how politicians, scholars and artists have initiated and contributed to nation-building processes in Luxembourg since the nineteenth century, processes that as this book argues are still ongoing. The focus rests on three types of representations of nationhood: a shared past, a common homeland and a national language. History was written so as to justify the country's political independence. Territorial borders shifted meaning, constantly repositioning the national community. The local dialect initially considered German variant was gradually transformed into the 'national language', Luxembourgish.

Lion at the Crossroads

Lion at the Crossroads
Author: Antti Ruokonen
Publisher: CreateSpace
Total Pages: 206
Release: 2013-11-10
Genre:
ISBN: 9781493605224

With the "Lion at the Crossroads - Orders of Luxembourg", Mr. Antti Ruokonen has created the definitive work on the four Orders of Knighthood of Luxembourg: Order of the Gold Lion of the House of Nassau; Order of Civil and Military Merit of Adolph of Nassau; Order of the Oak Crown and Order of Merit of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg. The book covers the history, development, technical details and variations of each Order, with lavish large-sized photos of the Orders themselves, not to mention images of holders, bestowal documents and more that bring this fascinating topic to life. If you are looking for an in-depth look into the Orders of Luxembourg or are interested in European Orders and Decorations in general, this is the book for you. Main contents include: * 136 images of Orders insignia, cases, documents, recipients, etc. * All four Luxembourgish Orders described, with measurements, details, types, award details and more * A short history of Luxembourg * Biographies of Grand Duke Adolph & Grand Duchess Charlotte * Biographies of two knights of Luxembourgish Orders * Hierarchy and timeline of Luxembourgish Orders * An appendix with award statistics This is the 1st US Edition, different only in size (8,5" x 11") to the 1st Edition published in Finland (A4).

A Theory of Disfunctionality: The European Micro-states as Disfunctional States in the International System

A Theory of Disfunctionality: The European Micro-states as Disfunctional States in the International System
Author: Archie W. Simpson
Publisher: Vernon Press
Total Pages: 278
Release: 2021-06-01
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 1648891942

"A Theory of Disfunctionality: The European Micro-states as Disfunctional States in the International System" explains the continuing survival of European micro-states as members of the international system. Micro-states are small sovereign states with populations of 1 million or less, of which there are 10 in Europe. The existence of micro-states raises a number of questions about the nature of statehood, the recognition of sovereignty, and the ability of such states to maintain a presence in international politics. This book establishes the ‘theory of disfunctionality’ in which a functional account of statehood is proposed. It is argued that the state has six functions—but the micro-states are so small that they ‘contract out’ some state functions to others in the international system. By doing this, the micro-states ensure their continuing survival in international politics. The book, which focuses on two case studies—Monaco and Luxembourg—, will be of particular interest to those involved in small state studies including scholars, students, practitioners and policy-makers, as well as those researching International Relations and state theory.