This captivating biography by Friedrich Albrecht von der Schulenburg tells the incredible story of Johann Mathias, Count von der Schulenburg, an 18th-century German aristocrat who rose to the rank of field marshal in the service of the Venetian Republic. Based on original sources and personal archives, this book offers a rare and intimate glimpse into the life and times of this remarkable figure, as well as the political and cultural milieu in which he lived. With vivid descriptions of battles, courtly intrigues, and cultural events, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in European history and culture.

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