The Martyrdom of an Empress" by Marguerite Cunliffe-Owen, 1902 Hardback

Subject: The book tells the tragic story of Empress Elisabeth of Austria, also known as Sisi, and her assassination in 1898. Author: Marguerite Cunliffe-Owen, who was reportedly a close friend of the Empress. Content: It details Sisi's life, her struggles with royal duties, her travels, and her eventual assassination by an Italian anarchist. Historical Context: The book provides insight into the life of a prominent figure during a period of political turmoil and rising anarchism in Europe.