Ludwig II of Bavaria: The Man and the Mystery by Katerina von Burg.

Published by Windsor Publications, second impression 1993.

Hardback with dust jacket, blue cloth boards with gilt spine lettering.

This biography explores the life of Ludwig II of Bavaria (1845–1886), his patronage of Richard Wagner, his legendary castle building (Neuschwanstein, Herrenchiemsee, Linderhof), and the mystery surrounding his deposition and death. Illustrated with photographs, portraits, and genealogical charts.

• Author: Katerina von Burg

• Publisher: Windsor Publications

• Publication year: 1993 (second impression, first 1989)

• ISBN: 1-870417-02-X

• Pages: 309 plus illustrations

• Binding: Hardback with dust jacket

• Country of manufacture: England (printed by Antony Rowe Ltd, Chippenham)

A fascinating study of “Mad King Ludwig,” richly illustrated and full of historical detail.

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