Die Habsburger - A Vampirg'schicht

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1755: The vampire epidemic holds Maria Theresa's empire in thrall. The imperial personal physician Gerard van Swieten is commissioned to deal with the general superstition. When he unexpectedly comes up against a real vampire, his enlightened view of the world is shaken. And how does the empress react to the thirsty guest? Even Maria Theresa, who feels called by God to be regent, has to face the question of how enlightened she really is.