Auguste von Harrach

The Year of Louise of Mecklenburg-Strelitz – Auguste von Harrach – “A sunny, gentle and kind old lady” (Part five)

Read part four here. Over the next few years, Auguste travelled to Switzerland several times. In 1844, Auguste moved into a house on the edge of Sanssouci Park, which is now called Villa Liegnitz. She was often visited by Princess Marie, the wife of her stepson, Prince Charles. While travelling in 1847, she received an [read more]
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Book News Week 37

*contains affiliate links* Book News Week 37 – 7 September – 13 September 2026 European Queens and the Translation of Juan Luis Vives, 1524-1599: Instructing Women (Queenship and Power) Hardcover – 7 September 2026 (UK & US) THE TUDOR DYNASTY Summarized: The Six Wives of Henry VIII, Court Intrigue, and the Hidden History of Royal [read more]