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by Chedomille Mijatovich (Author)
A Royal Tragedy: Being The Story Of The Assassination Of King Alexander And Queen Draga Of Servia (1906) is a historical account of the assassination of King Alexander and Queen Draga of Serbia. The book is authored by Chedomille Mijatovich, a Serbian diplomat and writer who was a member of the Serbian royal court at the time of the assassination. The book provides a detailed and insightful look into the events leading up to the assassination, the political climate in Serbia at the time, and the aftermath of the tragic event. Mijatovich draws on his personal experiences and observations, as well as historical documents and accounts, to provide a comprehensive and objective analysis of the events.The book begins with an overview of the political situation in Serbia at the turn of the 20th century, including the country's struggle for independence and its efforts to modernize and develop. It then delves into the personal lives of King Alexander and Queen Draga, their controversial marriage, and the political factions that opposed them.The assassination itself is described in detail, including the conspirators' plans and the events of the night of the attack. Mijatovich also explores the aftermath of the assassination, including the reactions of the Serbian people, the international response, and the impact on the country's political future.Overall, A Royal Tragedy provides a fascinating and informative account of a pivotal moment in Serbian history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the Balkans, European politics, or royal history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
