John W. Mason Knihy

Focusing on the last fifty years of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, the narrative explores its complex history from 1867 to 1918, revealing that its collapse was not inevitable prior to 1914. The author analyzes both foreign and domestic policies, highlighting the empire's inherent weaknesses while detailing its efforts to address the aspirations of eleven distinct national groups. This examination offers a nuanced understanding of the political and social dynamics that shaped the empire during its final decades.

The first collection of review articles in one volume covering the very latest developments in exoplanet research An invaluable introduction to all the key aspects of exoplanetary systems Contains topical reviews of carefully selected research areas An easily accessible point of reference in a fast moving and exciting field