Wilhelm Hohenzollern

Last of the Kaisers

von Emil Ludwig

536 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

"Wilhelm Hohenzollern: Last of the Kaisers" is a masterful psychological portrait of Wilhelm II, the final German Emperor and King of Prussia. Written by the acclaimed biographer Emil Ludwig, this work delves deep into the complex personality of a man whose reign spanned one of the most tumultuous periods in European history. From his troubled childhood and strained relationship with his parents to the height of his power and eventual abdication, the book examines the personal insecurities and grand ambitions that shaped his political decisions.

Ludwig provides an insightful analysis of the Kaiser's influence on the events leading to the First World War and the subsequent collapse of the Hohenzollern dynasty. By blending historical fact with narrative flair, the work explores how Wilhelm's character-marked by a mix of vanity and vulnerability-impacted the global stage. This biography remains a significant study of a ruler who found himself at the intersection of traditional monarchy and the dawning of the modern era. "Wilhelm Hohenzollern: Last of the Kaisers" offers readers a compelling look at the man behind the crown and the end of an imperial age in Germany.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 was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.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.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. 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.

• Reihe: Tradd Street Press
• ISBN: 9781025395845
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 14.02.2026
• Größe: 234 x 156 mm
• Verlag: British Library, Historical Print Editions