Barbara Stollinger-Rilinger Books

Barbara Stollberg-Rilinger FBA is a German historian. Her work focuses on the study of the early modern period, particularly the political and social history of the Holy Roman Empire. She examines the dynamics of power, representation, and identity during times of significant change. Her analyses provide profound insights into the functioning of early modern political systems and culture.

The Emperor's Old Clothes
356 pages
13 hours of reading
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For many years, scholars struggled to write the history of the constitution and political structure of the Holy Roman Empire. This book argues that this was because the political and social order could not be understood without considering the rituals and symbols that held the Empire together.

The Emperor's Old Clothes