This fascinating historical chronicle details the rise and fall of the noble Andechs family, from their origins in a small town in Bavaria to their ultimate demise at the hands of political enemies. Along the way, the author provides a wealth of information about medieval Europe, including the customs, traditions, and power struggles of the time. Anyone interested in the history of this period will be captivated by this well-researched and engaging book. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.