Bismarck: The Story of a Fighter

Bismarck: The Story of a Fighter
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Otto von Bismarck was more than a politician and a leader: he was the single driving force that turned the disparate states of Germany into one cohesive empire. He then went on to lead Germany and the rest of Europe into an age of political peace that lasted from 1871 until the outbreak of World War I. Under his influence, Germany thrived. Bismarckâ€™s use of statesmanship to fight for the interests of his country was legendary. As one of the most influential and powerful individuals in his countryâ€™s history, Bismarck became a symbol of leadership and pride for German nationalists. The historical conception of him was as the â€œIron Chancellor,â€ an unbending and untouchable figure. Â

In his landmark biography of the man of â€œblood and iron,â€ Emil Ludwig rejects the pedestal that history has placed Bismarck upon, and instead seeks a historical and psychological understanding of the chancellor â€œas he really was, and not as distorted by worship.â€ Bismarck was not merely a hard and calculating statesman, but a man ruled by pride, courage, and hatred. To fully comprehend the actions this enigmatic and important character, we must first understand his feelings, his motivations, and his private life. Â

Beginning with Bismarckâ€™s childhood and delving more fully into his early life than any other work, Ludwigâ€™s landmark volume is invaluable in understanding the forces behind one of the most influential men in modern history.
Country USA
Brand Skyhorse
Manufacturer Skyhorse
Binding Paperback
ItemPartNumber black & white illustrations
ReleaseDate 2013-02-08
UnitCount 1
EANs 9781620871768

Country	USA
Brand	Skyhorse
Manufacturer	Skyhorse
Binding	Paperback
ItemPartNumber	black & white illustrations
ReleaseDate	2013-02-08
UnitCount	1
EANs	9781620871768

Bismarck: The Story of a Fighter

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