Marc Bourgne

Karl I is a remarkable biography of Karl I of Austria, also known as Charles of Austria, done in a comic-book style. This graphic biography covers his entire life, but focuses on the period surrounding the Assassination of his uncle at Sarajevo and World War I. Karl is the epitome of the servant leader, who puts his country above himself. He was also a pacifist who came to power in the middle of one of the most violent wars in history, and tried his hardest to make peace when others would not. All of this comes across very clearly in the text. It also does shy away from the religious origins of his conscience. Was he a bit too naïve? Probably. But it makes you wonder what he might have been able to accomplish if he had been born for more peaceful times. Highly recommended for anyone interested in Emperor Karl, the First World War, or Austrian history.… (altro)