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DescriptionParticipants will be able to develop an increased appreciation for the importance of their role within the Sales and Customer Service, dealing daily with customers and ensuring that all clients are treated appropriately with a view to providing a quality service. Participants will also be introduced to communication skills that are required to work professionally with difficult or unsatisfied customers. The participants will also be introduced to effective customer service practices, and learn to meet and if possible surpass customer expectations. The Sales and Customer Service team members will be able to experience a shared organisational customer service vision, focusing not only on developing their personal customer service skills, but also in improving the effectiveness of their service as a whole. The course will also seek to increase employee competency and improve communication skills, focusing on the business objective of client retention and quality of service provided. The course uses a range of approaches to learning, including presentations, experiential group activities, individual exercises, questionnaires, mini-case studies, role plays and discussions. Formal inputs are used to introduce underpinning theory and concepts. A key part of the learning process is learning from past mistakes committed, as well as understanding the need to always give priority to the customer.
SyllabusSession 1 – The Importance of Customer Service
- Customer service Rules
- What is Customer Service and why is excellent Customer Service important?
- Moments of Truth
- Beyond customer satisfaction
- Effects of poor customer service
- Who are your customers, and why should you understand them?
- Customer Service best practices
- 8 Rules of customer service
- Customer empathy
- Practical Exercises on Customer Service Skills
- The importance of Communication
- Channels & Barriers of Communication
- Effective communication
- Presenting yourself – making good first impressions
- 5 levels of Listening
- Active listening and its' benefits
- Understanding the customer requirements
- Becoming an active listener
- Customising the service or product to the client
- Telephone Skills
- Smiling on the Phone
- Practical Exercises on Sales Skills
- How to help a client
- How to deal with a demanding client
- How to handle complaints
- Being aware of ethnic, cultural and religious differences
- Etiquette at all times whilst selling
- How to seek continuous improvement in the quality of the services provided
- How to ensure customers are satisfied with the service provided
- How to understand customers' real needs – going beyond what the customer thinks that is needed to what the customer actually needs
- How to deal with customer complaints and demanding clients
- How to differentiate the service provided from that provided by other organisations
- Questions and close of course
Learning Outcomes
- Understanding the fundamental customer care skills
- Identifying the Customer Service's "Moments of Truth"
- Identifying key components that promote customer retention and loyalty
- Utilising interpersonal communication skills as vital tools in providing excellent customer service
- Understanding and practicing empathy and professional etiquette
- Understanding and working with empathy in sales
- Learning to listen to one's own voice and how others are being treated
- Developing the necessary understanding of internal and external customer expectations
- Demonstrate how to deal with difficult customers effectively
- Understanding the need for quality service
- Being aware of cultural differences with clients and how to deal with such differences
- How to build effective customer relationships for lasting business relationships
- Being aware of the importance of product and service knowledge
- Learning how to follow-up with clients to "delight" them
Participants and RequirementsCustomer Service, Sales staff and any other customer-facing personnel.
CertificateCertificate of attendance
Course Duration3.5 days


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The Charlottetown Research and Development Centre (Charlottetown RDC) was established in 1909 in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island. It is one of Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada's (AAFC) network of 20 research and development centres.
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For Chalmette pizza delivery that doesn't disappoint, choose Domino's. When you order Domino's, you're not ordering the average pizza. You're ordering a pizza with a golden-brown crust baked just for you, a hearty marinara sauce handcrafted from only the best tomatoes, and a rich variety of toppings that are sure to please both pepperoni addicts and veggie lovers alike. Satisfy your hunger with Domino's pizza.
At Domino's in Chalmette, it's never been easier to get the fast and fresh pizza you want. Place a carryout order at the Domino's nearest you, order your pizza online, or give us a call!
First, start by selecting from one of our handmade crusts, like our hand-tossed crust that's packed with buttery flavor, a pan crust featuring two colossal layers of cheese, a crunchy thin crust, or even a gluten-free pizza crust! And then, select your sauce and start loading up on the toppings of your choice. Whether you're a meat-lover or a veggie-lover, your pizza dreams can come true at your local Domino's.
With more than 34 million different ways to handcraft a Domino's pizza, you can be sure we've got a slice for whatever your tastebuds are craving. Customize your pizza from crust to sauce or choose from one of our most-loved specialty pizzas, like the ever popular Buffalo Chicken, Pacific Veggie, or Ultimate Pepperoni and have it delivered hot and fresh to your doorstep, fast!
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When it comes to pizza delivery, we take things pretty seriously at your local Chalmette Domino's. In fact, we're so serious about it that we promise your pizza will arrive piping hot and freshly made, right from our oven to your door. Want to stay up to date on your order? Our delivery experts specifically engineered the Domino's TrackerⓇ to do just that. Enter in your phone number online and track the status of your order from the moment it's placed to the second it leaves our store for delivery... and try to keep your drool from falling onto your keyboard or phone in the meantime.
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Visit one of our more than 12,000 locations around the world and you'll see: we know what it means to provide great customer service and even better food quality. We think it's our calling to not only be the best pizza delivery company in Louisiana, but also the world, and everything from our courteous delivery drivers to our stellar pizza coupons reflects this commitment. Go digital and place your order using our free smartphone app, order online, or call your local Domino's restaurant in Chalmette for satisfyingly fast pizza delivery and carryout today! We aren't like every other pizza restaurant in Chalmette. We're your favorite pizza place in Chalmette!
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People afflicted with hydrocephalus are easy to recognize because of the large head circumference or size.
People of all ages can develop the condition. It is also categorized in many ways depending on the presentation or cause. It's vital to understand the possible risks and causes of hydrocephalus as well as find the right treatment approaches that will quickly relieve the pressure and prevent further complications. Diagnosing the condition well apart from other possible brain disorders will be helpful. Here is some more information.
Hydrocephalus Overview
Hydrocephalus comes from Greek terms which mean "water" and "head". The condition was named as such because of the major presenting symptom in which the brain collects fluid or water. The fluid accumulating in the cranium is actually CSF or cerebrospinal fluid which is naturally present in the spinal cord and brain. Large amounts of CSF in the brain will cause the spaces to widen in an unusual manner.
As the ventricles continue to widen, extra pressure is placed on the brain tissues, which will also lead to different signs and symptoms. There are generally four ventricles that are linked by narrow passages. The CSF naturally moves through the ventricles and then goes out into closed reservoirs or cisterns found at the bottom part of the brain. These circulate the fluid to keep the brain clean and in healthy condition before the fluid is brought back into the blood circulation.
The cerebrospinal fluid or CSF has a number of important functions in the body. Primarily, the brain tissue stays buoyant and protected against impact because of the support or cushioning effect provided by the CSF. Nutrients are also distributed to the brain properly and waste products are eliminated. The CSF will also help balance the amount of blood present in the brain. Proper production and use of the fluid is critical to avoid increasing pressure or hydrocephalus and other related diseases in the brain.
Hydrocephalus Types
Hydrocephalus can either be acquired or congenital. The acquired type of hydrocephalus usually presents when the child is delivered or shortly after delivery. This kind can also manifest in older individuals after acquiring an injury or becoming afflicted with a disease. The congenital or genetic type is obvious during birth although the problem usually develops during fetal development.
Genetic problems and other factors that caused trauma to the mother or infant can lead to the development. Hydrocephalus is also categorized as either communicating or non-communicating. The communicating type is noted when CSF, after going out of the ventricles, is obstructed. The non-communicating type is present when the fluid is blocked in one or more ventricles or the passages that link these.
Finally, the condition can also be described as either ex-vacuo or normal pressure. The ex-vacuo kind is present after the person acquires an injury or stroke. Because of inadequate fluid and nutrients delivered to the brain, the tissues will normally shrink and certain functions might be impeded. The normal pressure kind can be present among different individuals, although it is more commonly seen among older individuals. The problem can result from tumor, surgical problems, head trauma or hemorrhage within the brain.
Signs and Symptoms of Hydrocephalus
The signs and symptoms of hydrocephalus will differ among individuals based on a number of factors such as the progression of the disease, the age of the patient and response to treatment and the condition itself. The most common sign is the increase in head size or circumference. This is particularly notable among babies. Other related symptoms include irritability, vomiting, sleepiness, sunsetting or downward movement of the eyes and seizures.
Children can also experience a number of symptoms due to accumulating pressure in their cranium. Some of the associated symptoms include nausea, vomiting, headache, double vision, blurred vision, swelling of the optic disk in the eye, urinary incontinence, poor balance, poor coordination, problems in stance or gait, lethargy, body weakness, irritability, restlessness, memory loss, difficulty concentrating, drowsiness and slow developmental progress or difficulty learning.
More Signs and Symptoms of Hydrocephalus
Other individuals will also present other symptoms of hydrocephalus such as problems in bladder control, difficulty running or walking, mental impairment, dementia, slowed movement, problems in fine or motor skills, feeling of the feet being immobile and pain in the head. Some of the presenting symptoms might be similar to other brain disorders like Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease, etc. Doctors will conduct a number of tests and diagnostic examinations to rule out the presence of the other conditions. Some of the usual tests include CT scan, MRI scan, intracranial tests and spinal tap.
Treating Hydrocephalus
Most cases of hydrocephalus will be treated via surgery. The surgeon will introduce a shunt system to properly manage the flow of cerebrospinal fluid or CSF from one part of the body or brain to another, thereby improving the way blood, fluid and nutrients are distributed and circulate. The shunt system is made of a tough plastic tube or shunt, the valve and the catheter. One tip of the catheter is positioned in the fluid just outside the spinal cord or inside a ventricle within the brain. The opposite end is positioned inside the abdominal cavity or other preferred sites.
Another treatment for hydrocephalus is third ventriculostomy. A scope is positioned properly and then a small hole is made on the base of the third ventricle. This lets the fluid bypass the blockage and normally flow to the proper resorption site to prevent the buildup of fluid and pressure within the brain.
Prognosis of Hydrocephalus
Generally, if hydrocephalus is left untreated, patients can die from the condition since the brain no longer receives proper nourishment from regular circulation. Some individuals who have a shunt system installed can actually recover fully. However, the brain damage that has already been acquired is usually permanent. The underlying condition that led to the development of the condition will also determine whether or not the patient can still recover fully. Some patients can recover and find the right solution for the blockage although they have to work with their doctors and families to resume normal activities.


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When I first decided to publish Pithos via Kindle Select, I couldn't get a reliable editor. Frustrated after a few months of trying to secure an editor I just said "to heck with it" and published it as is. Since then, I have an editor and some minor editing was needed. I have updated it on Amazon, and it will be free tomorrow (New Years Day.)
Tyrant was proofread with very general edits. It is now at the same editor as Pithos. I expect it will be edited and updated within the next few months. Expect a second edition at that time.
Once those are done, I am going to format all three prologues and distribute them together on as many ebook sites as I can. Amazon will be the only place you can get the prologues as separate stories. I have not yet set a price for the complete prologues and bonus material, but I am leaning toward $4 or $5.


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I think had my first "boyfriend' when I was 14. It was one of those relationships where you only sit together at lunch, secretly pass notes, hold hands at the football game after school, and break up over a handwritten note folded into a cute triangle. Boy were those were the simple days! I had had many boyfriends since including: the bad kisser, the romantic, and the repeat boyfriend. Each ended relationship prepared me for the next one until I finally was able to meet the guy I wanted to marry. From my more serious relationships I learned important lessons that prepared me to meet my husband and be ready for marriage.
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I love this, Chandler! I appreciate how positively you view each of these relationships! There's only one of my past three boyfriends that I consider a good person and positive relationship. But I learned so much from each of those relationships, and they were valuable tools for me to understand myself better!
Great blog post!!Past relationships at the time may seem like bad situations but when you look back on them, they are great for learning. I can't tell you how many lessons I learned from past relationships. It really helped me learn what I want in future relationships and what I would not stand for.
I am SO glad I caught this… I was thinking of writing one similar once upon a time. It's a great way to talk about past relationships without downplaying your marriage, sometimes I feel guilty remembering ex-boyfriends. But I really enjoyed this and if I do one similar I'll be sure to link you and pass it on as well. GOOD JOB!
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- EUR USD rate trends at 1.06 – EUR GBP trading at 0.86
- ECB leaves interest rates on hold – President Draghi asks for patience
- US Dollar soft before momentous Trump inauguration – Pound recovers after high drama on first PM speech
The Euro has made a fractional advance against the US Dollar today, but has conversely slipped against the Pound.
This movement follows Thursday's European Central Bank (ECB) interest rate decision and press conference; the interest rate was left at 0% as expected, but Draghi largely proved a reassuring influence for the assembled press when discussing future policy directions.
The US Dollar has been tight today, in the calm before the storm of Donald Trump's inauguration as US President. Domestic data out of the US has shows a smaller-than-expected rise in US continuing and initial jobless claims in early January, though the Trump event has overshadowed any possible positive movement.
After Tuesday's soaring highs and Wednesday's crushing lows, the Pound has been a stable currency overall today, rising after PM Theresa May elaborated on her prior remarks while at Davos for the World Economic Forum (WEF).
May's comments were largely repeats from Tuesday, though she did once again emphasise the desire to reach a mutually beneficial agreement when parting with the European Union.
(Last updated January 19th, 2017)
The Euro has advanced by 0.5% against the Pound today, though against the US Dollar, a slight loss has been recorded. Recent Eurozone news to speak of has been that German inflation in December was revised up in its finalised form. In the near-future, further Eurozone-wide inflation figures are due, which are expected to show rises in December.
The US Dollar has started on the road to recovery today, having been devalued by massive profit-taking during Tuesday's trading session. Recently, Fed official John Williams has supported a gradual pattern of US interest rate hikes; Fed Chair Janet Yellen is set to speak tonight and could prompt further USD movement.
The Pound has been on a rollercoaster ride over the past 24 hours, having risen before Theresa May's speech on Tuesday then rallied after it was announced that the UK would be leaving the EU single market, but that Parliament would be able to vote on the final Brexit deal.
Since then, the Pound has crashed on all-around profit-taking, while the near-term may bring further volatility with December and November's UK jobs stats.
(Last updated January 18th, 2017)
The US Dollar has crashed against peers, while the Pound has been relatively firm before a vital Brexit speech from Prime Minister Theresa May.
EUR USD, EUR GBP Exchange Rates Influenced by French and Italian Balance Stats Today
The Euro has been able to record a 0.5% rise against the US Dollar today, but has conversely seen a slight dip against the Pound.
This comes on a relatively slow data day for the Eurozone; the only news out so far is that France has seen a shift from -85.5bn to -69bn for its November budget balance, while Italy's trade surplus has ticked down from 4.3bn to 4.2bn in the same month.
Investors in the Euro have remained on edge this week, with the coming of the first ECB interest rate decision of the year on Thursday leaving uncertainty a major factor in the Euro's value.
Additional Eurozone news out today has seen ZEW economic sentiment indexes rise in January for Germany and the overall Eurozone.
US Dollar Dive and Pound Sterling Advance come on Profit-Taking, Incoming Brexit Speech
Demand for the US Dollar has been extremely low so far today, with USD EUR dropping by -0.6% and USD GBP by -1%.
The US Dollar actually rose notably over Monday's trading session, but has since dropped off due to excess profit-taking by investors.
The Pound has been surprisingly high against the Euro and the US Dollar today, despite the impending speech from the Prime Minister which is set to lay down the official Government stance on Brexit.
GBP support today has come from UK inflation rate figures, which have prompted Sterling to rally after climbing above forecasts on the month and the year. The data has once-again got investors hoping the Bank of England (BoE) may be forced to raise interest rates to control overheating price growth.
Future EUR USD GBP Forecast: PM May to Speak before Noon, High Pound Volatility Likely
The next big announcement to arrive will be Theresa May's much-anticipated Brexit speech, which is due just before midday.
Although investors and economists have been pricing in what the PM will say, a final confirmation that EU single market access will not be aimed for could still send the Pound crashing down against the Euro and US Dollar.
For the Euro, Wednesday morning's Eurozone-wide inflation rate stats are expected to show gains on the month and the year, while today's US news will consist of three Federal Reserve speeches, from officials William Dudley, Lael Brainard and John Williams.
Current Interbank Exchange Rates
At the time of writing, the Euro US Dollar (EUR USD) exchange rate was trending in the region of 1.06 and the US Dollar Euro (USD EUR) exchange rate was trending in the region of 0.93 today.
The Euro Pound Sterling (EUR GBP) exchange rate was trending in the region of 0.87 and the Pound Euro (GBP EUR) exchange rate was trending in the region of 1.13 today.
The US Dollar Pound (USD GBP) exchange rate was trending in the region of 0.82 and the Pound US Dollar (GBP USD) exchange rate was trending in the region of 1.21 today.


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Innovation spirit
The spirit of innovation spans all the bank's activities. It accompanies economic development, the growth of financial systems and banking services penetration and the expansion of companies that Societe Generale supports. It is also reflected in the Group's real estate, an inheritance that is continually enriched and renewed.
Breakthroughs include financing international trade for French export companies since the 19th century; developing buyer credit and currency hedging; opening the first integrated professional school in the early 1920s; the first lease financing in the 1970s with Sogebail and new financial instruments in the 1980s with equity derivatives. Societe Generale was also at the forefront of online services with Logitel during the era of the Minitel (the French Videotex system), with French stock market information leader Boursorama in the late 1990s and with mobile apps today. Societe Generale has been a forerunner for its customers throughout its history.
The Trocadéro complex: Societe Generale builds its own "Fort Knox"
The major construction work undertaken by Societe Generale during the golden years of France's "Belle Époque" was prompted by new requirements for greater security. Completed in 1914, the Trocadéro complex that housed the bank's central securities deposit is one of the most impressive examples of the work carried out and an ambitious monument to maximum security.
In shapes and colours: a history of Societe Generale's visual identity
From its first monograms to the red and black square, passing via the Pasquier logo, Societe Generale's visual identity has evolved over time in response to ever changing requirements in terms of communication and visibility. The following is a look back at how this strong symbol of the Group's identity was formed.
The Central Branch: a "banking palace" of the Belle Époque
At No. 29 Boulevard Haussmann, right in the centre of Paris, can be found the building which has served as the Group's headquarters for the past century. A true architectural masterpiece, certain parts of which are now featured in the list of Historic Monuments.
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1990s : towards a new visual identity
A long entrepreneurial adventure alongside fellow entrepreneurs. Since its establishment in 1864, Societe Generale has been grounded in the economy and has fully embraced its role of supporting companies at key stages of their development.
Our collective strength affords us an exceptional ability to motivate our teams. Fifty years ago, our chairman Maurice Lorain could already state: "Societe Generale's main virtue was, is, and must remain, its team spirit!" Our DNA is an asset that we use to reinvent our businesses, by predicting future changes in the world we live in. We want to make Societe Generale THE banking business of the 21st century.
Created in 2005, the Historical Mission works to perpetuate and enhance the Group's heritage.
The Historical Archives Department offers researchers a diverse and rich range of archive collections, including information about the Group's history, various sectors of the economy, and more.


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How to Beat the Heat
Kids take longer to cool down during activity than adults. That's why hydration is important.
It's not just about how your child hydrates during a game — hydrating before and after play is just as key. To properly hydrate, have your child drink 16–24 ounces of water before activity, then have them consume an electrolyte-packed sports drink or water every 15–20 minutes throughout play. A post-activity snack of chocolate milk can help replenish lost nutrients.
Symptoms of dehydration include feeling faint, intense thirst, headaches, nausea, and breathing faster and deeper than normal.
Symptoms of Dehydration and How to Treat Them
Becoming lightheaded or fainting during exercise.
Lay your child down in a shaded area and raise their legs – this helps blood get back to the heart.
Feeling hot, tired, weak or dizzy while sweating profusely.
Remove your child from activity and get them to a shaded, cool area. Lay them on the ground and raise their legs about 12 inches. Replenish lost fluids and use ice-wrapped towels to help them cool down.
Painful and localized cramps, usually visible; muscles feel hard.
Re-hydrate with water and sports drinks. Use light stretching and ice massages on the cramped muscle to relieve cramping.
How to Stay Hydrated
Keep an eye out for these symptoms:
- Feeling faint
- Headache
- Fever
- Intense thirst
- Not urinating for many hours
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Breathing faster or deeper than normal
- Skin numbness or tingling
- Muscle spasms
- Extreme tiredness
Let your kids know that hydration is important. Help keep your child hydrated — get them in the habit of drinking fluids every 20 minutes during activity and after it ends.
It's best practice to drink 16–24 fluid ounces of water 10–15 minutes before activity. During activity, hydrate with an electrolyte-packed sports drink or water every 15–20 minutes throughout play. After play wraps up, have your child drink chocolate milk to help replenish nutrients lost during exercise.


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HTC, fresh from announcing the Rhyme and Sense 3.5 user interface, should have plenty of reasons to get back on stage come its October 6 press event.
With expected devices in the Vigor (Droid Incredible HD), Amaze 4G, Holiday, and Runnymede (Bass), there is plenty to look forward to from the manufacturer. So why not toss in at least one more phone for good measure? Say hello to the HTC Explorer.
Along with the standard connectivity options, the diminutive device is said to feature a 600MHz processor, a 3.2-inch display, 384MB RAM, and a 5-megapixel camera. Looking very much like a successor to the Tattoo and Wildfire series, the Explorer will be more about fashion and experience as opposed to hardware specs.
According to Pocketnow, the smallish HTC phone will be released in at least two colors (black and blue) and could be offered for free with qualified contracts. Considering HTC's track record, I might not expect to see this hit the United States for at least a few months after announcement.


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The store held a short liquidation sale with escalating discounts up to 90% over the weekend. Workers emptied out the location by Monday morning.
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Broken Destiny Trilogy is written by Jeaniene Frost.
- Beautiful Ashes #1, NA paperback — September 29, 2015
- The Sweetest Burn #2 — November 2015
Genres and Sub-GenresEdit
Urban Romantic Fanasy / YA PNR / New Adult
Series Description or Overview Edit
✥ The upcoming Broken Destiny series is set in a brand new supernatural world featuring Ivy as the heroine and Adrian as the hero. The series will be a trilogy. Description from Publishers Weekly: A young woman discovers she's the last member of an ancient line with an unwanted destiny; and that her only ally, a mysterious young man is destined to betray her… and doom the world. ~ Broken Destiny
✥ All her life, Ivy has had strange dreams of another, parallel world. But dreams were all she thought they were until her sister is taken away and trapped in that realm. Only one person believes that Ivy is telling the truth. Adrian is also the man bound by ancient prophecy to destroy her. Together, Ivy and Adrian search for the missing girl, with Ivy in the dark about the truth that lies ahead, a truth that could destroy both this world and the next. ~ Goodreads | Reader
Lead's Species Edit
- ?
Primary Supe Edit
- Demons & Angels
What Sets it ApartEdit
Narrative Type and Narrators Edit
- Frist person narrative told by Ivy.
Books in Series Edit
Broken Destiny trilogy:
- The Beautiful Ashes (Aug 2014)
- The Sweetest Burn (Nov 2015)
- Untitled ()
Shorts, Anthologies and Guides Edit
World Building Edit
Setting Edit
- Bennington, Vermont
- Oregon Desert
- Durango, Mexico
- Miami, Florida
- Roanoke Island, North Carolina
- Collinsville, Illinois
- Boone, North Carolina
Supernatural Elements Edit
✥ Demons, angels, minions, hell hounds, magic weapon, Parallel realm, , ,
Glossary: Edit
- Archon: Angel—
Groups & Organizations:Edit
World Edit
✥ Ivy eventually learns that she and Adrian are descendants, the last in their lines from biblical times. They both posses powers beyond normal humans. Ivy possesses a special ability needed to find a hallowed weapon that will defeat the demons that rule the realms she has had visions of since she was little. The same demons that are now holding her sister prisoner. Together, Ivy and Adrian fight demons, minions, hell hounds and so many other dangers.Zach, who is sort of pulling all the strings here, has the ability to disguise Ivy as they search for Jasmine and the weapon. ~ GR reader | Carol
✥ Ivy Turns out to be a key player in the fight between good and evil, and in order to save her sister from an alternate demon realm, Ivy must help Adrian and an Archon named Zach find a hidden weapon that kills demons. Adrian's bloodline has a long history of betraying Ivy's bloodline. With a mounting sexual tension between the two of them, who can Ivy trust to get her sister back? ~ GR reader | Rachel
✥ There's a mix of religious theology, mythology and fantasy that involves demons and "others from the light" that seems to work here. Frost's dark beings look like what you'd think those from dark elements would and they behave accordingly. ~ GR reader | Jonetta
Protagonists Edit
✥ Ivy has just lost her parents in a horrible car accident in Bennington, Vermont. Then, her sister disappears, vanishes, in the same town. As Ivy is searching for her sister, she finds herself in trouble and fighting for her life. Ivy has special abilities that allow her to see beyond demon glamour. Ivy's has had visions all of her life and was told they were due to a brain disorder. She's 20-years old, 5'6" tall with hazel eyes and brown hair. (mixed sources)
She's tenacious, and tough as nails. Ten days ago this girl was living a typical twenty year olds life, then her sister goes missing, her parents are killed, and no, she's not crazy. Demon realms exist. ~ Rabid Reads
✥ Adrian, a reformed Demon prince who's destined to screw up.
Sidekick Edit
Name: — What: — Sidekick-to: — About: — Book First Seen In:
Characters Chart Edit
|20-years old
|has visions of strange realms just beyond her own
|reformed Demon prince
|Sent to retrieve Ivy. He's 6'6" with unusual blue eyes and golden brown hair, built like Thor;
|Zach, Zacchaeus
|with superior powers; who sent Adrian to retrieve Ivy;
|Ivy's best friend
|and roommate
|Adrian's friend
|in Durango.
|accompanying Tomas in Mexico
|Jasmine Jenkins
|Ivy's sister
|Ivy's sister who is missing; true supporter and best friend;
|Lionel Kroger
|Demon minion
|disguised as a police detective
|Mrs. Paulson
|Proprietor of a bed and breakfast
|One of Tomas' friends
|Young human boy
|held by the demons
|Beth Jenkins
|Ivy's mother
|Thomas Jenkins
|Ivy's father
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Contributors Edit
Cover ArtistsEdit
- Artist: not listed — Source: ISFdb
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- Audio Book Narrator: Tavia Gilbert (also did the Night Huntress series) — Source: Book Chick
- Editor: — Source:
Publishing InformationEdit
- Publisher: Harlequin HQN
- Author Page:
- The Beautiful Ashes: Paperback, 304 pages, Pub: Aug 26th 2014—ISBN 0373779054
- The Sweetest Burn:
- Untitled:
Book Cover Blurbs Edit
✤ BOOK ONE— The Beautiful Ashes (Aug 2014): In a world of shadows, anything is possible. Except escaping your fate. Ever since she was a child, Ivy has been gripped by visions of strange realms just beyond her own. But when her sister goes missing, Ivy discovers the truth is far worse—her hallucinations are real, and her sister is trapped in a parallel realm. And the one person who believes her is the dangerously attractive guy who's bound by an ancient legacy to betray her. Adrian might have turned his back on those who raised him, but that doesn't mean he can change his fate…no matter how strong a pull he feels toward Ivy. Together they search for the powerful relic that can save her sister, but Adrian knows what Ivy doesn't: that every step brings Ivy closer to the truth about her own destiny, and a war that could doom the world. Sooner or later, it will be Ivy on one side and Adrian on the other. And nothing but ashes in between… ~ Goodreads | The Beautiful Ashes (Broken Destiny, #1)
✤ BOOK TWO—The Sweetest Burn (Nov 2015): The breathtaking second novel in New York Times bestselling author Jeaniene Frost's Broken Destiny series finds Ivy and Adrian rekindling their alliance – and passion - as the struggle for the fate of the world begins . . . Conquering a supernatural realm turned out to be easier than getting over a broken heart. But her initial victory has made Ivy a target for revenge, forcing her to reunite with the dangerous – and dangerously sexy – Adrian. Ivy isn't sure which will be harder: finding the hallowed weapon that will repair the crumbling walls between demon and human realms, or resisting Adrian, who's decided that come hell or high water, he will make Ivy his. At first, Adrian tried to resist his feelings for Ivy. Now, determined to break the curse that dooms their love, he's vowed to save her and to have her. If only he can persuade her to forgive his past sins. But defying destiny—and surrendering to the smoldering desire between them —will bring consequences and sacrifices they never imagined. ~ Goodreads | The Sweetest Burn (Broken Destiny, #2) by Jeaniene Frost
First Sentences Edit
- The Beautiful Ashes (Aug 2014) — I'm twenty, and already, I've got nothing left to lose.
- The Sweetest Burn (Nov 2015) —
- Untitled ()
Quotes Edit
- "Only light can defeat darkness. Loving you is his light, Ivy. Without it, he was doomed to fail, but with it, his fate is truly in his own hands." —
- "You're the light I can never have...and I'm the darkness you'll never succumb to." — Adrian
Trivia Edit
- Lists That Contain The Beautiful Ashes (Broken Destiny, #1) by Jeaniene Frost
- Lists That Contain The Sweetest Burn (Broken Destiny, #2) by Jeaniene Frost
Awards Edit
Read Alikes (similar elements) Edit
- Mortal Instruments
- Infernal Devices series
- Dark Artifices series
- Guild Hunter series
- Cassandra Palmer series
- Fever series
- Guardians series
- Chicagoland Vampires series
- Elemental Assassin series
- Hollows series
Notes Edit
See Also Edit
- Night Huntress series
- Night Prince series
- Jeaniene Frost
- Cat Crawfield
- Bones
- Unbound #0.5
- Weddings from Hell #2.5
- Death's Excellent Vacation #4.5
- Magic Graves #4.5
- Bite Before Christmas #6.5
- Ilona Andrews
- Kate Daniels series
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- UF Release Schedules
- List of Sidekicks
- List of Vampires of Urban Fantasy
- Characters (category)
- List of UF Anthologies
- List of Cover Artists
- Urban Fantasy Links
Category links at bottom of page
External References Edit
- Broken Destiny ~ Author
- Broken Destiny series by Jeaniene Frost ~ Goodreads
- Jeaniene Frost ~ FF
- Broken Destiny - Series Bibliography~ ISFdb
- Broken Destiny Series ~ Shelfari
- Broken Destiny | Series ~ LibraryThing
- Broken Destiny series by Jeaniene Frost ~ FictFact
- Jeaniene Frost - Summary Bibliography ~ ISFdb (author)
First Book Pages:
- The Beautiful Ashes - Frost Light
- The Beautiful Ashes (Broken Destiny, #1) by Jeaniene Frost ~ GR
Excerpts, Freebies:
- THE BEAUTIFUL ASHES excerpt and audio news - Author's site
- Book ♥ Soulmates: Teaser Excerpt: The Beautiful Ashes by Jeaniene Frost
Summaries, Articles:
- Description for The Beautiful Ashes
- Obsession with Books: Waiting on Wednesday - The Beautiful Ashes
World, Characters, etc:
- Broken Destiny Series ~ Shelfari
Cover Reveals:
- Cover Lover – The Beautiful Ashes « Wicked Scribes
- The Bookaholic Cat: Covers Revealed: The Beautiful Ashes by Jeaniene Frost
- Oh, Adrian! The Beautiful Ashes by Jeaniene Frost | The Book Nympho
- Review: The Beautiful Ashes by Jeaniene Frost | Rabid Reads
- The Beautiful Ashes [Broken Destiny, #1 by Jeaniene Frost | Joyousreads]
- REVIEW: The Beautiful Ashes by Jeaniene Frost | Her Book Thoughts!
- Jeaniene Frost Announces Her New Realmwalker Series | RT Book Reviews
- Jeanine Frost Announces New Fantasy Series | Sookie Stackhouse Books
- Frost Light ~ Author's site
- Jeaniene Frost - YouTube
- The grave stops here ~ message to readers
- Jeaniene Frost - Wikipedia
- About Jeaniene ~ Frost Cemetery
- Jeaniene Frost ~ Facebook
- Jeaniene Frost ~ Live Journal
- Jeaniene Frost ~ Twitter
- Frost Cemetery
- Frost Cemetery • Index page
- (3) FrostFans - The Official Jeaniene Frost Fansite - Facebook
- Frostfans (frostfans) on Twitter
- Frost Fans on Goodreads


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Loews Portofino Bay Hotel – As the name suggests, Loews Portofino Bay Hotel transports guests to the Italian seaside village of Portofino. This town is famous for its picturesque harbor. Guests can walk along cobblestone streets and also dine in outdoor cafes. In addition, you can relax at one of the hotel's three themed swimming pools. For the ultimate in pampering, book an appointment at Mandara Spa. This location offers massages, facials, and various other body treatments. Portofino offers 750 luxurious rooms and eight restaurants and lounges.
Hard Rock Hotel – Calling all rock stars (or those who want to be pampered like a rock star)! The Hard Rock Hotel features world-class service while immersing guests in the rich history of rock music and memorabilia. One of its unique features is the pool. It features interactive fountains, sand beach, hot tubs, water slide, and also an underwater sound system. Guests can choose from several dining experiences, including the Palm Restaurant, The Kitchen, and the Velvet Bar. Hard Rock offers 650 spacious rooms.
Loews Royal Pacific Resort – Surrounded by swaying palm trees and beautiful waterfalls, the Loews Royal Pacific Resort will infuse guests with the sights and sounds of the Pacific islands. After a long day at the parks, take some time to enjoy the lagoon-style swimming pool. You will also appreciate the water play area for children, hot tubs, and beach volleyball area. Guests can dine at an authentic Polynesian luau. You can also toast to fabled explorer Jake McNally at Jake's American Bar, or dine at the lobby sushi bar. Royal Pacific has 1,000 rooms and suites.
Universal Orlando Preferred Hotels
These Universal Orlando Resort hotels offer a perfect blend of convenience, amenities, and affordability.
Loews Sapphire Falls Resort – Loews Sapphire Falls offers a Caribbean-themed paradise. It is built around a tropical lagoon and sparkling waterfall. The on-site hotel features a 16,000 square-foot zero-entry pool with a white sand beach, water slide, cabanas, and a fire pit. Enjoy Caribbean dining at the full-service restaurant. You can also kick back in the lobby lounge offering a tapas-style menu and rum tastings. There is a pool bar, and grill. Sapphire Falls provides a quick-service marketplace as well as 24-hour room service. Sapphire Falls offers 1,000 rooms.
Universal Orlando Prime Value Hotels
Offer guests family suites, fun touches, and affordability.
Universal's Cabana Bay Beach Resort – Cabana Bay Beach Resort evokes the classic, retro-feel of the 1950s and 60s beach resorts. This hotel features two large pools, a lazy river, and a bowling alley. It also has a few dining options such as Starbucks, lobby and pool bars, and a table service restaurant in the bowling alley. Cabana Bay also offers the most rooms on property: 900 rooms and 900 family suites (1,800 rooms total).
Universal's Aventura Hotel – Aventura Hotel features views of all 3 Universal parks and is walking distance to them as well. Choose from a standard or deluxe guest room. You can also stay in a kids' suite which sleeps six adults comfortably. Enjoy dinner at Bar 17 Bistro with stunning views of the theme parks. In addition, you can grab a quick meal at Urban Pantry, or grab your favorite Starbucks treat at the on-site Starbucks.
Universal's Value Hotels
Universal's Endless Summer Resort – Surfside Inn and Suites and Dockside Inn and Suites
Universal Orlando Resort offers two high-quality, high-value hotel options in the form of Universal's Endless Summer Resort. You will find the Surfside Inn and Suites and Dockside Inn and Suites. These resorts are for families looking for theme park thrills, exclusive benefits, and a seamless Universal Orlando Resort experience. The room pricing starts at less than $100 per night. The hotels will feature a combined 2,800 guest rooms. This includes 1,450 two-bedroom suites designed to accommodate families of all sizes. Both options will be value-driven, with nightly rates as low as $79 per night. The 2 Bedroom Suites will also sleep six for as little as $131 per night.
Guests will enjoy a relaxed and comfortable vibe. Fun surf and beachy details will be woven in throughout the Surfside Inn, and Suites & Dockside Inn and Suites experience. Surfside Inn and Suites will be the first hotel at Universal's Endless Summer Resort and opened June 27, 2019. Its sister property, Dockside Inn and Suites, will open March 17, 2020.
The Mouse For Less Tips
- All Universal Orlando Resort hotels are conveniently located within walking distance of Universal's amazing theme parks. They also offer incredible guest benefits, including complimentary transportation to the theme parks and Universal CityWalk. In addition, all guests staying at an on-site hotel receive early park admission to the theme parks, resort-wide charging privileges with their room key and much more.
- Guests who stay at Loews Portofino Bay Hotel, Hard Rock Hotel, and Loews Royal Pacific Resort receive complimentary Universal Express access to bypass the regular lines at participating attractions in Universal Studios and Universal's Islands of Adventure.
- All of the on-site resorts have one or more restaurants to eat at. In addition, at Cabana Bay Beach Resort and Aventura Hotel, you can order pizza to be delivered straight to your room.
- When you stay at Aventura Hotel, your room key can be used as an entrance pass for select clubs at Universal's CityWalk.
For a full list of on-site hotel benefits at Universal Orlando Resort, check out our On-Site Hotel Benefits page.


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The Holy Roman Empire was a large collection of thousands of political entities of many different ethnicities that existed for more than a thousand years at the heart of Europe. Stretching from modern-day Italy to Denmark, from France to Poland. The Holy Roman Empire was an important part of European history, with several countries that exist today having emerged from the Empire. Keeping in line with the Empire's complex nature, there isn't even a universally agreed upon date as to when the Empire actually 'started'. The two dates that are cited are 800 and 962 AD.
Holy Roman Empire: Part 1
After the fall of the Western Roman Empire in the 5th century, the Roman Empire was reduced to its eastern half. Of course, their capital was no longer Rome, it was the ethnically Greek city of Constantinople. Now, while the inhabitants of this empire continued to see themselves as, well, the Roman Empire, modern historians tend to refer to them as the Byzantine Empire, based on the old name for the capital city, Byzantium. Anyway, 3 centuries later the Frankish king Charlemagne has crowned "Emperor of the Romans", as the Pope transferred the imperial title from the east back to the west.
At the time, the title was considered "vacant" because it was held by a woman, known simply as "Irene", who killed her own son to take power from him… The Frankish Kingdoms were split and reunited several times, with 3 kingdoms emerging that would make up the core of the Holy Roman Empire: the German Kingdom, the Italian Kingdom, and the Burgundian Kingdom. There was also The Kingdom of Bohemia, but that didn't become a kingdom until 1198. In 961, Otto I, king of Germany, came to the assistance of Pope John XII as the Papal States were invaded by Berengar II of Italy.
Otto conquered northern Italy and deposed Berengar as his own troops abandoned him. The Pope crowned Otto emperor in 962, the first German to be emperor. Almost all successors would also be German for the rest of the Empire's existence. The early years of the Empire's history are dominated by its strained relations with the Papacy. A seemingly never-ending the power struggle between various emperors and popes over the course of several centuries. They could never agree who was superior: Pope or Emperor.
In the mid 13th century, the empire had an "Interregnum", in which no king has crowned Emperor for 67 years. This would actually be the first of three interregnums, as another two times in the next century and a half would see long stretches of time without a crowned emperor. During the rule of Charles IV, the Golden Bull of 1356 saw some major changes to the Empire. Seven fixed electors were chosen who would decide the King of Germany, which had become a symbolic title of the elected but yet-to-be coronated emperor.
Holy Roman Empire: Part 2
In 1440, with the election of Frederick III as Emperor, this began three straight centuries of emperors from the same royal family: the House of Habsburg, from Austria. During the reign of Maximilian I, the Habsburgs greatly expanded their influence through political marriages, acquiring Burgundy, Spain, Bohemia, and Hungary. In 1494, war broke out on the Italian Peninsula, primarily between the Habsburgs and France, over disagreements about various territories and their respective inheritance, most notably: Milan, Naples, and Sicily.
The war would continue on and off for more than 60 years and effectively ended imperial rule in Italy. In 1517, Martin Luther from Saxony published his 95 Theses, criticizing the Roman Catholic Church and many of its practices, in what became known as the Protestant Reformation, profoundly changing the course of European history. The Holy Roman Empire became divided, as many of the Emperor's subjects adopted Lutheranism, creating religious tensions that would last for more than a century, and to an extent, even to this day.
It was around this difficult time that probably the most well-known Holy Roman Emperor began his rule: Charles V. Charles was already king of Spain, so the Habsburgs' power reached its peak with a vast array of territories both in and out of the Empire. His rule was dominated by religious conflict. First starting with a war against various Lutheran princely estates known as the Schmalkaldic League, who were defeated by Charles and several Catholic princes. The Peace of Augsburg in 1555 gave rulers the right to choose the religion of their estate: Catholicism or Lutheranism, based on the principle of "Cuius regio, eius religion".
Shortly afterward, Charles V abdicated, splitting his inheritance between Spain and Austria. His son Philip II succeeded him in Spain, while his younger brother Ferdinand took over as Emperor and Archduke of Austria, starting the cadet branch of the House of Habsburg. Religious tensions continued as a rebellion started in the Spanish Netherlands, eventually leading to the establishment of the Dutch Republic, with seven of the seventeen provinces seceding from Spain and the Empire. In 1618, the Thirty Years War started in Bohemia with the Defenestration of Prague, which is just a fancy way of saying "throwing someone out of a window".
Holy Roman Empire: Part 3
In this case, four Catholic lords. This began the Bohemian Revolt, which spiraled into a continent-wide power struggle with all major European powers involved. The war ended with the Peace of Westphalia, a massive turning point in the Empire's history. Many view this as the beginning of the end of the Holy Roman Empire. Dutch independence was finally officially recognized, as well as the independence of Switzerland and the territories in northern Italy. The Empire became even more decentralized, and the Habsburgs' power began to decline.
After the Peace of Westphalia, it becomes less relevant to talk about the history of the Holy Roman Empire as a whole, because what happened in the last 150 years of the Empire's existence relates more to the princely estates as individual entities in their own right. There were several very important and impactful wars through the late 17th and early 18th centuries, such as the Franco-Dutch War, the Nine Years War, and the War of the Spanish Succession, there were always imperial princes on both sides of these conflicts.
There was also the Long Turkish War, but that was more related to the Habsburgs and their possessions, given that much of the fighting was over Hungary, which was never part of the Empire. The final years of the Empire were dominated by the rivalry between Austria and Prussia, by far the two most dominant German powers. Austria had a succession crisis and the Habsburgs' three centuries of ruling the Empire came to a temporary end as Charles VII of Bavaria took over until 1745. The two powers clashed in the global conflict the Seven Years War over Silesia, as France and Austria unsuccessfully tried to curb the rising Prussian power.
The Holy Roman Empire came to end at the hands of Napoleon and revolutionary France. Austria was invaded in 1792, and renewed tensions in 1806 caused the last Emperor Francis II to officially dissolve the Empire, ending just over one thousand years of existence. Now writing an about the Holy Roman Empire, I am of course legally obligated to mention the Voltaire quote that it was neither Holy, nor Roman, nor an Empire. It's important to look at the context though, Voltaire lived throughout the 1700s, when the Empire was very much in decline.
Holy Roman Empire: Part 4
He was also French, and part of the Enlightenment movement, so he understandably took a somewhat negative view of the Empire, viewing it as something of a 'relic' of the past, that had no place in modern society. So just how true is his statement? Well, although the term "Holy" wasn't used until some 350 years after its creation, the holy element was absolutely essential for the empire to function. Its primary purpose was to provide a stable political order for all Christians. The Emperor was supposed to be the guardian of the Pope, and defend his subjects against infidels.
At the time, the thought of secular power was inconceivable without any reference to divine authority. In practice, of course, the various emperors and popes throughout the years had somewhat strained relations, and the papacy became less and less involved in the empire's politics as the years went on. The term "Holy Empire" was first used in 1157 by the ruling Stauffer family, who tried to shift the emphasis from a monarch to a transpersonal holy empire that had already sanctified its divine mission, and therefore the empire did not need approval from the pope.
So in effect, the addition of the word "holy" was actually an attempt to distance the empire from the papacy. Now "Roman"… that's a little bit more tricky. It may seem obvious to some that it was quite clearly not Roman, it was German. It's pretty clear that it was not a direct continuation of the Roman Empire… and even if it was, it wouldn't have revived the Western Roman Empire that actually had Rome as its capital, but rather, it would have inherited its "Roman-ness" from the now Greek Eastern Roman Empire when the title of Emperor was transferred from Constantinople back to Rome.
The divide between the Latin West and the Greek East had been growing stronger over a preceding couple of centuries. Charlemagne was crowned in the year 800 with a somewhat tenuous link to the ancient Roman Empire. The prestige and authority commanded by the title Roman Emperor still held a lot of weight in the West, and Charlemagne was recognized as Emperor, giving him immense power and status. People at the time really did view the Empire as a direct continuation from ancient Rome.
Holy Roman Empire: Part 5
Frankish rule over Italy didn't begin until 774, and although the Franks had been Christianised, and even somewhat Romanised, they didn't want to completely lose their own identity. As the years went on, of course, it became much less Roman and much more German. After a few centuries, most emperors didn't even travel south of the Alps in their entire reign, expect to be crowned by the pope… and even that was discontinued after Charles V. The word Empire doesn't really have a universally agreed upon definition so it's not really possible to definitively say that it was or it wasn't an empire.
The idea of an emperor was that he was a monarch above that of a king, a sort of "king of kings". Now according to the divine mandate, the Roman Empire was to be the last and greatest empire, and there could only be one. The idea of an empire was singular and universal. This the idea of singularity was deeply rooted in Christian thought at the time, empires could not co-exist. This was based on the theory of "translation imperii", the pretext used by the pope to transfer authority from Constantinople. For most of its history, the Holy Roman Empire was referred to as simply "the Empire", without any qualifiers, even in official documents.
There were no other empires that were recognized in the West for most of its history. The Holy Roman Empire wasn't just "an" empire… it was THE Empire. Whether or not it could be classed as an empire by today's standard is debatable, the Empire was quite decentralized, and many of the regional princes commanded much more power in their territory than the emperor did. The Holy Roman Empire is quite a unique political entity, there's not really much else that is comparable. The Holy Roman Empire used a complex system of feudalism to rule over its many territories.
The local authority was delegated to vassals, who would normally in-turn have their own vassals, creating a hierarchy of lords and vassals who swore allegiance to each other. Lords would protect their vassals, and vassals would help and advise their lords, and often pay them in cash, work, or military assistance. Now vassals could either be immediate or mediate vassals. Immediate vassals were those that were immediately subordinate to the emperor, while mediate vassals had at least one overlord between themselves and the emperor.
Holy Roman Empire: Part 6
Immediate vassals of the emperor were referred to as imperial princes, and their territories were imperial estates. Imperial estates could pay a general tax to the empire to take part in the Imperial Diet, or the Reichstag. Those who did not pay the tax were not involved in decisions and had no vote. After 1489, the imperial estates were divided into three separate "chambers", or "colleges": prince electors, imperial princes, and imperial cities. There were also the imperial knights that were immediate vassals to the emperor but not represented.
Counts and other nobles did not have a vote despite their immediacy status, although they were grouped into "benches" that had a collective vote. The prince-electors were considered of a higher status than that of the other princes. The prince-electors had the important task of electing the Emperor. For most of the empire's history, there were 7 prince-electors: 3 ecclesiastical electors, and 4 secular electors. The elective the process quickly became corrupt and the imperial the title was pretty much just gained via bribery.
In the year 1500, the Empire was divided into six "imperial circles". The circles were created to better organize the Empire's defensive structures as well as to facilitate tax collection. In 1512, a further 3 were added, and Saxony was divided into two. There were areas that were not part of any imperial circle, most notably Bohemia, plus the Swiss and Italian parts of the empire. Now, unfortunately, due to its complexity, it's impossible to represent the hierarchy of the Holy Roman Empire with a neat little pyramid with the Emperor at the top.
There was no single chain of command, and many of the internal hierarchies were interconnected. Imperial princes could have the same political status as each other but with different prestige based on their noble title, such as king, duke, count, and so on. The most powerful imperial estate for centuries, Austria, actually created their own title: Archduke. Brandenburg-Prussia became a kingdom in 1701, but for the first 71 years, their kings were titled "King in Prussia" as opposed to King of Prussia, because Prussia fell outside the territory of the Empire and therefore did not require imperial authorization.
Holy Roman Empire: Part 7
Prussia was well on its way to becoming a great power in its own right, so really there was nothing the Empire could do to stop them anyway. At the start of the article, I mentioned that the Holy Roman Empire was comprised of the three core kingdoms: Germany, Italy, and Burgundy. Plus Bohemia, but that's a little different. So who was the King of Germany? And how did this title play into the hierarchy of the Empire? Well, the King of Germany, Italy, and Burgundy were 3 separate titles, but in practice, for most of the Empire's history, all 3 of these titles were held by the same person, who was usually the emperor as well.
This wasn't always the case, and in the earlier years it was more complicated, but generally speaking, it was one person who held all titles. In practice, the specific titles largely fell out of use as they had basically become synonymous with the Emperor. Bohemia was its own autonomous kingdom, being elevated from a Duchy in 1198. The Bohemian Crown Lands came under Habsburg rule from the 15th century onwards, with some gaps, so many of the Bohemian kings were, in fact, Emperor simultaneously.
The Holy Roman Empire lasted for just over a thousand years and oversaw Central Europe's transformation from a feudal, agrarian, and religiously uniform region to an increasingly centralized, urban, and religiously divergent one. While the Holy Roman Empire was a significant power for a large part of its history, it didn't seem able to survive the changes in European society that eventually rendered it obsolete.
The Holy Roman Empire has dissolved just over two centuries ago, but here's an interesting thought: what would the world look like if the Empire existed today. What if the Holy Roman Empire was somehow resurrected?