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Why Political Democracy Must Go is an insightful analysis of the
origins of the socialist movement in the United States, written by
famed journalist John Reed, one of the most distinguished American
writers on the subject. Although one of socialism's fiercest
proponents, Reed exposes the myth of ‘democratic socialism' by
providing an overview of the development of socialist thought in
America. His devastating critique of political democracy argues
that socialism cannot be achieved through democratic means.
Originally published in 1919 in serial form, Why Political
Democracy Must Go provides critical historical insight on the
evolution of socialist thought in the United States. Today, when
there is renewed interest in socialism on the American political
scene, this notable series of essays reveals the underpinnings of
socialist thought. Reed's analysis will be of interest to those on
all sides of the political spectrum. Born in Portland, Oregon, on
October 22, 1887, Harvard educated John Reed was considered one of
the most remarkable journalists of his generation. He became famous
for his first-hand accounts of the Mexican Revolution, where he
rode alongside Pancho Villa, and for his acclaimed account of the
Russian Revolution, Ten Days that Shook the World. Reed was also a
political activist and a founding member of the Communist Labor
Party of America. He died in Russia on October 17, 1920, and is one
of only three Americans buried in the Kremlin Wall. Why Political
Democracy Must Go: The Origins of Socialism in the United States is
edited, with an introduction by Dr. A.K. Brackob, a noted
historian, and editor of John Reed's collection of writings,
Romania during World War I: Observations of an American Journalist
(2018).
Stories of Dracula have fascinated people around the world for
generations. Both the fictional vampire created by the Irish author
Bram Stoker at the end of the nineteenth century and the fifteenth
century Prince called Vlad the Impaler, the man regarded as the
historical Dracula, have become part of universal culture. Yet few
realize that the Wallachian ruler dubbed “ the Impaler,” is not
the original Dracula. Instead, that distinction belongs to his
father, a little-known prince called Vlad Dracul.Several books have
been devoted to the study of his famous son, Vlad the Impaler, but
any search for the historical Dracula must begin with the story of
the father. Now, for the first time, based on extensive documentary
research, the true story of the man who founded the Dracula dynasty
is revealed.
Why Political Democracy Must Go is an insightful analysis of the
origins of the socialist movement in the United States, written by
famed journalist John Reed, one of the most distinguished American
writers on the subject. Although one of socialism's fiercest
proponents, Reed exposes the myth of 'democratic socialism' by
providing an overview of the development of socialist thought in
America. His devastating critique of political democracy argues
that socialism cannot be achieved through democratic means.
Originally published in 1919 in serial form, Why Political
Democracy Must Go provides critical historical insight on the
evolution of socialist thought in the United States. Today, when
there is renewed interest in socialism on the American political
scene, this notable series of essays reveals the underpinnings of
socialist thought. Reed's analysis will be of interest to those on
all sides of the political spectrum. Born in Portland, Oregon, on
October 22, 1887, Harvard educated John Reed was considered one of
the most remarkable journalists of his generation. He became famous
for his first-hand accounts of the Mexican Revolution, where he
rode alongside Pancho Villa, and for his acclaimed account of the
Russian Revolution, Ten Days that Shook the World. Reed was also a
political activist and a founding member of the Communist Labor
Party of America. He died in Russia on October 17, 1920, and is one
of only three Americans buried in the Kremlin Wall. Why Political
Democracy Must Go: The Origins of Socialism in the United States is
edited, with an introduction by Dr. A.K. Brackob, a noted
historian, and editor of John Reed's collection of writings,
Romania during World War I: Observations of an American Journalist
(2018).
At Medeleni is classic work of Romanian literature and a wonderful
novel for all ages. Ionel Teodoreanu captivates your mind and your
heart and places you alongside his memorable characters: Olga,
Monica, and Dan. Much of the book concerns the
brother-sister rivalry and the role of Monica, and Olguta’s
annoyance at the unfair treatment of girls, not least because she
is something of a tomboy. The siblings are continually fighting and
Monica feels she has to take Olguta’s part in female solidarity,
but she also has a strong attachment to DÂnut. DÂnut, as the
solitary male, often lives in his own world, imagining life as a
sultan or Robinson Crusoe or even a vampire, though happy to come
out and fight his sister. A novel full of warmth, wit, love, and
the pursuit of dreams, the story takes place during the years
between the two world wars. It is a delightful account of
brother-sister rivalry, and the life of a generally happy,
easy-going family in rural Moldavia. Ionel Teodoreanu wrote
more than twenty books during his prolific literary career,
including the classic Lorelei, but At Medeleni remains his most
beloved work. In it, the author drew on his experiences growing up
in rural Moldavia. Published as a trilogy, At Medeleni: A Summer in
Moldavia is a translation of volume 1 of the trilogy, titled in
Romanian, Hotarul Nestatornic. The illustrated edition of At
Medeleni is part of the Classics of Romanian Literature series
published by the Center for Romanian Studies as part of its efforts
to promote access to Romanian culture in the world. It includes an
introduction by A.K. Brackob.
As the multi-national Ottoman Empire began to fall apart in the
aftermath of the Russo-Turkish war of 1878, the Albanian people
faced the peril of being absorbed into the surrounding newly formed
nation-states of Southeastern Europe. Albanian leaders met at
Prizren in 1878 to devise a strategy to defend their national
rights. The Formation of the Albanian National Consciousness
explores the origins of the movement that ultimately led to the
creation of the modern-day Albanian nation-state. Had a national
consciousness failed to develop prior to the crisis of 1878, the
creation of a national movement, which not only sought to protect
Albanian lands against foreign annexation but also strove to unite
the four Albanian vilayets into a single autonomous administrative
unit, would not have been possible. The development of a national
consciousness during the decades preceding 1878 built the
foundation for the national movement that culminated in the
creation of the League of Prizren and ultimately led to the
formation of an independent Albanian nation-state in 1912.
The Scintillating Life of Iulia Hasdeu presents the life and
literary works of the Romanian child genius of the 19th century.
Iulia Hasdeu was the daughter of Bogdan Petriceicu Hasdeu, one of
the greatest literary and political figures in modern Romanian
history. She started reading at two years old and she wrote her
first historical study at the age of six. At eight years old she
was fluent in French, German, and English. She graduated from the
Bucharest Conservatory at eleven with excellent accomplishments in
piano and canto, after which she left for Paris and started
studying at SÉvignÉ College. She was the first Romanian woman to
be accepted at Sorbonne University. During her short life, before
she was ultimately taken by an incurable illness, Iulia wrote
countless poems, short stories, and plays. Her drawings and her
letters also survived the passing of time, allowing us a glimpse
into her tragic childhood and adolescence, her emotions, and her
most intimate thoughts. The Scintillating Life of Iulia Hasdeu is a
premiere for international readers. Aside from being a biography,
it contains English translations for many of her works and letters.
As the multi-national Ottoman Empire began to fall apart in the
aftermath of the Russo-Turkish war of 1878, the Albanian people
faced the peril of being absorbed into the surrounding newly formed
nation-states of Southeastern Europe. Albanian leaders met at
Prizren in 1878 to devise a strategy to defend their national
rights. The Formation of the Albanian National Consciousness
explores the origins of the movement that ultimately led to the
creation of the modern-day Albanian nation-state. Had a national
consciousness failed to develop prior to the crisis of 1878, the
creation of a national movement, which not only sought to protect
Albanian lands against foreign annexation but also strove to unite
the four Albanian vilayets into a single autonomous administrative
unit, would not have been possible. The development of a national
consciousness during the decades preceding 1878 built the
foundation for the national movement that culminated in the
creation of the League of Prizren and ultimately led to the
formation of an independent Albanian nation-state in 1912. A.K.
Brackob is a noted specialist in East European history. His other
books include Scanderbeg: George Castriota and the Albanian
Resistance to Islamic Expansion in Southeastern Europe in the
Fifteenth Century and Mircea the Old: Father of Wallachia,
Grandfather of Dracula.
The Waters of Hercules is a long forgotten novel with close ties to
Bram Stoker's Dracula. The heroine of the story, Gretchen, is an
intelligent young German woman, who distinguished herself in school
by winning the prix de logique. A very practical-minded girl,
Gretchen, influenced by her Italian friend, Belita, considers
marriage an economic proposition and is determined to marry a man
of wealth. When the decent, respectable family lawyer Vincenz
Komers, a man of modest means, seeks her hand in marriage, she
rejects him, not once, but twice. When Gretchen's father is
seriously injured in an accident, the family sets off to
Transylvania, to the Baths of Hercules (Baile Herculane in modern
Romania, then part of the Austro-Hungarian Empire), in hopes that
the waters of Hercules, known for their curative powers, will
rehabilitate her ailing father. Her father, Adalbert, tells his
daughter of a mysterious place in the surrounding forest, known as
Gaura Dracului (the Devil's Pit) that he had discovered during a
visit to the valley years earlier, but the location of which is now
a mystery. Hercules, considered the god of the Valley, is said to
have sworn that the pit would receive a sacrifice of human blood
once every century. The legends of a mysterious treasure associated
with Gaura Dracului inspires Gretchen to consider another way to
make her fortune, so that she can marry any man of her choosing.
Her efforts are redoubled when the long-expected inheritance of a
family estate proves illusory. As Gretchen relentlessly pursues the
secrets of Gaura Dracului and the hidden treasure it is said to
hold, she is courted by the handsome, wealthy, and debonair Baron
Istvan Tolnay, called the King of the Valley, who could provide the
financial security that both she and her family seek. Aided by the
Baron, Vincenz, her brother Kurt, and others, she sets out to find
the mysterious bottomless pit in the nearby Transylvanian mountain
forest. Will Gretchen discover the elusive Gaura Dracului? Will its
secrets finally be revealed? Will Gretchen find the lost treasure?
Or will she achieve financial security for herself and her family
by marrying the wealthy Baron? Written by sisters Emily and
Dorothea Girard, The Water of Hercules is a Victorian novel, filled
with Gothic suspense. It should be of great interest to all fans of
Bram Stoker's Dracula, as well as anyone interested in classic
works of nineteenth century literature. With an introduction by
noted historian A.K. Brackob, a specialist in the history of
Eastern Europe, The Waters of Hercules is sure to entertain and
delight.
On September 15, 1906, Arthur MacArthur Jr. became the twelfth man
in the history of the United States Army to be awarded the rank of
Lieutenant General, the highest rank in the Army up to that time.
This great honor, which marked the culmination of MacArthur's
brilliant military career, included him in the ranks of such
outstanding American military leaders as George Washington, Ulysses
S. Grant, and William Tecumseh Sherman, all of whom had previously
held this rank. This bespeaks of the importance of Arthur MacArthur
as a figure in American history, yet invariably when the name
MacArthur is mentioned today it is almost immediately associated
with his son Douglas. Arthur MacArthur is, however, equally
deserving of recognition as a great military leader. This
biography, based on extensive archival research, reveals the
remarkable career of this great patriot and his contribution to
American history. This is all the more important because, to fully
understand the career of his famous son, Douglas, who had such a
profound impact on the military history of the United States in the
twentieth century, it is essential to study the life and career of
Arthur MacArthur Jr who began his military career as a mere boy
fighting for the 23rd Wisconsin infantry regiment during the Civil
War. Douglas MacArthur was himself conscious of the profound
influence his father had upon his life. Douglas once said, "Of all
men I have known my father was the one I most respected and
admired."
The struggle of the Albanian people led by George Castriota
Scanderbeg to defend Europe against the assault of the Ottoman
Turks has been much celebrated. For a quarter of a century, from
1443 until his death in 1468, he used his military prowess to
thwart the efforts of the most powerful Empire in the world at the
time to subdue his tiny country. One of the true heroes of the
Middle Ages in Europe, unfortunately the remarkable story of
Scanderbeg remains little known outside of Albania. George
Castriota defended Europe for a quarter of a century and, it can
rightly be said, helped to save Western civilization from being
overrun by Islam and suffering the same fate as the once mighty
Byzantine Empire. This book examines the genius and remarkable
achievements of Scanderbeg who helped shape the identity of the
Albanian people and reveals the important contribution this small
but proud nation has made to European civilization. Although the
challenges have changed over the centuries, the clash of
civilizations, which the history of the Albanian struggle to fend
off the Islamic onslaught illustrates, continues today. As a
result, it is all the more worth noting the contribution that this
tiny land, led by Scanderbeg, made in the fight to preserve Western
culture and civilization. Equally important is the example set by
the Albanian people in ultimately harmonizing these two great
civilizations. A.K. Brackob has a Ph.D. in history from the
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. He is a specialist on
the history of southeastern Europe during the Middle Ages and
author of Mircea the Old: Father of Wallachia, Grandfather of
Dracula.
It is a delightful account of brother-sister rivalry, and the life
of a generally happy, easy-going family in rural Moldavia. Ionel
Teodoreanu wrote more than twenty books during his prolific
literary career, including the classic Lorelei, but At Medeleni
remains his most beloved work. The illustrated edition of At
Medeleni is part of the Classics of Romanian Literature series
published by the Center for Romanian Studies as part of its efforts
to promote access to Romanian culture in the world.
This classic Romanian novel lends valuable psychological insight
into the tragic situation confronting minorities in the
Austro-Hungarian Empire during World War I. It is the story of
Apostol Bologa, a middle-class Romanian officer serving in the
Austro-Hungarian army who undergoes a transformation as his sense
of national consciousness awakens, leading him to make a critical
choice that many faced during this era. The novel is based on the
life of the author's brother, Emil Rebreanu, a Romanian officer in
the Austro-Hungarian army, to whom he dedicated The Forest of the
Hanged. The novel's protagonist, Bologa undergoes an evolution
whereby begins to see beyond class distinction and the veneer of
the civilized world. As the hero states, "The soul is the same in
the peasant girl as in the countess, at all events in its bare
essentials. Only the shape has been changed by civilization." The
inner struggles confronted by Bologa as he confronts the savagery
and injustice of war are emotionally portrayed by the author.
Poems and Prose of Mihai Eminescu is a selection of the best
English-language renditions of poems and prose by this remarkable
cultural figure of the nineteenth century, whom the British writer
George Bernard Shaw once referred to as "the Moldavian who raised
the XVIII-XIX fin de siecle from its grave." To have an
appreciation of Romanian culture one must become acquainted with
the works of the country's national poet, Mihai Eminescu. The
leading cultural figure of nineteenth century Romania, Eminescu
(1850-1889) was not only a poet, but also a philosopher, prose
writer, translator, and journalist. He is best seen as a man who
embodied the national culture and, therefore, through his work,
helped to give it shape. The selections in this volume include some
of Eminescu's best-known poems such as Doina, Lacul, Si daca,
Luceafarul, Oda (in metru antic), Mai am un singur dor, Scrisoarea
III, and many others. It also includes English versions of his most
important prose writings - Fat Frumos din lacrimi, Sarmanul Dionis,
Geniu pustiu, and Cezara. Poems and Prose of Mihai Eminescu also
includes an introduction on the life and work of Eminescu by A.K.
Brackob and original artwork by Ioana Lupusoru.
The struggle of the Albanian people led by George Castriota
Scanderbeg to defend Europe against the assault of the Ottoman
Turks has been much celebrated. For a quarter of a century, from
1443 until his death in 1468, he used his military prowess to
thwart the efforts of the most powerful Empire in the world at the
time to subdue his tiny country. One of the true heroes of the
Middle Ages in Europe, unfortunately the remarkable story of
Scanderbeg remains little known outside of Albania. George
Castriota defended Europe for a quarter of a century and, it can
rightly be said, helped to save Western civilization from being
overrun by Islam and suffering the same fate as the once mighty
Byzantine Empire. This book examines the genius and remarkable
achievements of Scanderbeg who helped shape the identity of the
Albanian people and reveals the important contribution this small
but proud nation has made to European civilization. Although the
challenges have changed over the centuries, the clash of
civilizations, which the history of the Albanian struggle to fend
off the Islamic onslaught illustrates, continues today. As a
result, it is all the more worth noting the contribution that this
tiny land, led by Scanderbeg, made in the fight to preserve Western
culture and civilization. Equally important is the example set by
the Albanian people in ultimately harmonizing these two great
civilizations. A.K. Brackob has a Ph.D. in history from the
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. He is a specialist on
the history of southeastern Europe during the Middle Ages and
author of Mircea the Old: Father of Wallachia, Grandfather of
Dracula.
On September 15, 1906 Arthur MacArthur Jr. became the twelfth man
in the history of the United States Army to be awarded the rank of
Lieutenant General, the highest rank in the Army up to that time.
This great honor, which marked the culmination of MacArthur's
brilliant military career, included him in the ranks of such
outstanding American military leaders as George Washington, Ulysses
S. Grant, and William Tecumseh Sherman, all of whom had previously
held this rank. This bespeaks of the importance of Arthur MacArthur
as a figure in American history, yet invariably when the name
MacArthur is mentioned today it is almost immediately associated
with his son Douglas. Arthur MacArthur is, however, equally
deserving of recognition as a great military leader. This
biography, based on extensive archival research, reveals the
remarkable career of this great patriot and his contribution to
American history. This is all the more important because, to fully
understand the career of his famous son, Douglas, who had such a
profound impact on the military history of the United States in the
twentieth century, it is essential to study the life and career of
Arthur MacArthur Jr who began his military career as a mere boy
fighting for the 23rd Wisconsin infantry regiment during the Civil
War. Douglas MacArthur was himself conscious of the profound
influence his father had upon his life. Douglas once said: "Of all
men I have known my father was the one I most respected and
admired."
The famous Romanian writer, George Topîrceanu became a war
memorialist when describing his own experiences while fighting in
World War I. Despite the dark surrounding and vivid recounts of
death and tragedy he witnessed, the soldier Topîrceanu managed to
find humor in the most unusual circumstances and will leave the
reader baffled. While fighting in the battle at Turtucaia on the
Romanian side in 1916, he gets captured by the Bulgarian army and,
after quite an adventure, taken to the work camp at the base of the
Pirin Mountains. He then starts a fight for survival in one of the
harshest environments. However, the satirical side he's known for
in Romanian literature cannot be overshadowed not even by the
challenges he's faced within the camp. This unique blend of drama,
tragedy, and humor will immerse the reader into the unique world of
a soldier fighting in World War I.
Stories of Dracula have fascinated people around the world for
generations. Both the fictional vampire created by the Irish author
Bram Stoker at the end of the nineteenth century and the fifteenth
century Prince called Vlad the Impaler, the man regarded as the
historical Dracula, have become part of universal culture. Yet few
realize that the Wallachian ruler dubbed "the Impaler," is not the
original Dracula. Instead, that distinction belongs to his father,
a little-known prince called Vlad Dracul. The elder Vlad, who
gained the sobriquet Dracul or Dracula when Holy Roman Emperor
Sigismund of Luxemburg initiated him into the Order of the Dragon
in February 1431, was among the most important political
personalities of his day. He far surpassed his more famous namesake
in those qualities that define a great ruler. Vlad Dracul struggled
to protect the independence of his land, under the most difficult
of circumstances, against the threats posed by his powerful
neighbors, the Ottoman Empire and the Kingdom of Hungary. In so
doing, he in no small way contributed to the survival of his
principality at a time when Ottoman expansion in the Balkans
expunged countries such as Bulgaria and Serbia from the map of
Europe. Several books have been devoted to the study of his famous
son, Vlad the Impaler, but any search for the historical Dracula
must begin with the story of the father. Now, for the first time,
based on extensive documentary research, the true story of the man
who founded the Dracula dynasty is revealed.
Romania during World War I faced a unique situation. Although ruled
by a German king, it had strong cultural and historical ties to
France and the West. The young nation also had territorial
ambitions that it hoped to satisfy. As a result, the country
maintained a cautious neutrality in the early years of the war
before ultimately deciding to enter the conflict on the side of the
Allies in 1916. One of those who witnessed this situation was the
American journalist John Reed. Internationally known for his famous
account of the Bolshevik Revolution, Ten Days that Shook the World,
John Reed's writings about Romania are, until now, virtually
unknown. As a journalist of great talent and a witness to the
situation in Romania in 1915, on the eve of its entry into the war,
John Reed's accounts are insightful reading for anyone interested
in this period of Romanian history or in the author himself.
Edited, with an introduction by Dr. A.K. Brackob, this volume
brings together these writings and reveals John Reed's unique
perspective on Romania.
Written by one of the country's most renowned rulers, A Description
of Moldavia provides unique insight into the geography, history,
economy, ethnography, culture, and traditions of the principality.
Born to a noble family, the author, Dimitrie Cantemir, ruled as
Prince of Moldavia on two occasions (March-April 1693 and
1710-1711). He was a famed statesman, philosopher, and scholar.
Having sided with Peter the Great and Russia in a war against the
Ottoman Empire to free his land from Turkish domination, Cantemir
was driven into exile. The end of his second reign marked the
beginning of the Phanariot regime in the Romanian principalities.
Cantemir wrote his Description of Moldavia (Descriptio Moldaviae)
in 1716 at the request of the Royal Academy in Berlin, of which he
was a member. Originally composed in Latin, it circulated in
manuscript during his lifetime but was not published as a book
until 1771 when a German-language edition appeared in print.
Cantemir’s manuscript included a map (reproduced in the present
edition), the first real map of the country, containing
geographical detail. The book provides a wealth of information
about the country’s natural resources, political organization,
customs and traditions, history, religion, and language. This
deluxe edition of this classic work marks the first time A
Description of Moldavia has appeared in the English language. An
introduction and notes by Dr. A.K. Brackob, a noted specialist on
Romanian and East European history, enhance this valuable
historical resource.
Romania during World War I faced a unique situation. Although ruled
by a German king, it had strong cultural and historical ties to
France and the West. The young nation also had territorial
ambitions that it hoped to satisfy. As a result, the country
maintained a cautious neutrality in the early years of the war
before ultimately deciding to enter the conflict on the side of the
Allies in 1916. One of those who witnessed this situation was the
American journalist John Reed. Internationally known for his famous
account of the Bolshevik Revolution, Ten Days that Shook the World,
John Reed's writings about Romania are, until now, virtually
unknown. As a journalist of great talent and a witness to the
situation in Romania in 1915, on the eve of its entry into the war,
John Reed's accounts are insightful reading for anyone interested
in this period of Romanian history or in the author himself.
Edited, with an introduction by Dr. A.K. Brackob, this volume
brings together these writings and reveals John Reed's unique
perspective on Romania.
One of the greatest leaders in Romanian history, Mircea the Old
comes to life in this new book. Although his grandson, Vlad the
Impaler, has acquired much greater international fame, Mircea the
Old was the most significant ruler to sit on the throne of the
small principality of Wallachia during the Middle Ages. To
understand the historical Dracula, it is essential to comprehend
the life and times of Mircea the Old, who, during his long reign
from 1386 to 1418, consolidated the political and administrative
structure of his principality and maintained its freedom at the
time of its most significant peril. Mircea defeated the mighty
Ottoman Empire, the greatest power of his day, at the battle of
Rovine in 1394. During the crusade of Nicopolis, in 1396, the
Wallachian prince played a key role and many, including Emperor
Sigismund of Luxemburg, believed that he should have led the
Christian assault. Flawed political considerations, however,
countermanded that proposal and resulted in a disastrous defeat for
Christendom. Despite this setback, Mircea positioned his small
country as a major force in international politics at the dawn of
the fifteenth century. As the Ottoman Empire collapsed into civil
war following the decisive defeat of Sultan Bayezid by the Mongol
Emperor Tamerlane at the battle of Ankara in 1402, Mircea the Old
emerged in the role of kingmaker. The great powers fighting for
control over southeastern Europe all recognized his skill and
acumen, leading the Turkish chronicler Leunclavius to describe him
as “the bravest and most able of Christian Princes.” His long
reign allowed him to establish the dynamic ruling dynasty from
which the Dracula legend would ultimately be born.
One of the greatest leaders in Romanian history, Mircea the Old
comes to life in this new book. Although his grandson, Vlad the
Impaler, has acquired much greater international fame, Mircea the
Old was the most significant ruler to sit on the throne of the
small principality of Wallachia during the Middle Ages. To
understand the historical Dracula, it is essential to comprehend
the life and times of Mircea the Old, who, during his long reign
from 1386 to 1418, consolidated the political and administrative
structure of his principality and maintained its freedom at the
time of its most significant peril. Mircea defeated the mighty
Ottoman Empire, the greatest power of his day, at the battle of
Rovine in 1394. During the crusade of Nicopolis, in 1396, the
Wallachian prince played a key role and many, including Emperor
Sigismund of Luxemburg, believed that he should have led the
Christian assault. Flawed political considerations, however,
countermanded that proposal and resulted in a disastrous defeat for
Christendom. Despite this setback, Mircea positioned his small
country as a major force in international politics at the dawn of
the fifteenth century. As the Ottoman Empire collapsed into civil
war following the decisive defeat of Sultan Bayezid by the Mongol
Emperor Tamerlane at the battle of Ankara in 1402, Mircea the Old
emerged in the role of kingmaker. The great powers fighting for
control over southeastern Europe all recognized his skill and
acumen, leading the Turkish chronicler Leunclavius to describe him
as "the bravest and most able of Christian Princes." His long reign
allowed him to establish the dynamic ruling dynasty from which the
Dracula legend would ultimately be born.
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