Metternich and Austria: An Evaluation

by Alan Sked

This is the first serious appraisal of Metternich's role in the Austrian Empire and beyond. Covering both domestic and international affairs, Sked presents a fresh and convincing description of Metternich's era and argues that despite his battered historical reputation, Metternich was the leading diplomat in Europe over 4 decades.

Genres: History, European History

320 pages, Hardcover

First published January 8, 2007

About the author

Alan Sked, FRHistS, is Professor Emeritus of International History at the London School of Economics and founded the party now known as the UK Independence Party.