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“The Rest Is Austria”

In: The Role of Culture in Economic Development

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  • Hannes Hofstadler

    (University of Applied Sciences Upper Austria)

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Austria's historical narrative is one of rise and fall, from the Habsburg Empire's strategic marriages and territorial acquisitions to the devastating impacts of World War I. The Habsburgs, initially a minor Swiss noble family, expanded their influence through marriages and alliances, facing internal religious reforms and external threats like the Ottoman Empire. Post-World War II, Austria rebuilt under a consensus democracy, fostering a new national identity distinct from Germany. The chapter highlights Austria's neutrality, cultural investments in arts and sports and societal shifts toward pacifism and multiculturalism, despite ongoing challenges like antisemitism and anti-Muslim sentiment. The loss of superpower status led Austria to invest in cultural endeavors, becoming a global leader in arts and music, and embracing its role as a small, neutral nation with a rich cultural heritage.

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  • Hannes Hofstadler, 2025. "“The Rest Is Austria”," Springer Books, in: Jérôme Dumetz & Emin Akcaoglu (ed.), The Role of Culture in Economic Development, chapter 0, pages 57-78, Springer.
    • Handle: RePEc:spr:sprchp:978-3-031-94491-8_4
    DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-94491-8_4
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