Imperator et Rex: William II of Germany, by the author of "The Martyrdom of an Empress"

By Marguerite Cunliffe-Owen

Book Overview

Imperator Et Rex William II of Germany is a biography of William II, the last German Emperor and King of Prussia, written by Marguerite Cunliffe-Owen. The book provides a comprehensive account of William II's life, from his birth in 1859 to his death in 1941. It covers his childhood, his education, his accession to the throne, his reign, and his eventual exile after Germany's defeat in World War I. The biography also delves into William II's personality, his relationships with his family and advisors, and his role in shaping Germany's political, social, and cultural landscape. The author draws on a range of sources, including letters, diaries, and official documents, to provide a detailed and nuanced portrait of this controversial figure. Imperator Et Rex William II of Germany is a valuable resource for anyone interested in German history, the monarchy, and the political and social forces that shaped Europe in the early 20th century.1904. At the time of its publication, the authorship of this book was attributed to the author of The Martyrdom of An Empress, which was published anonymously at the turn of the century. It is now known that the author was Marguerite Cunliffe-Owen, an American writer who wrote a syndicated gossip column under the pseudonym, Marquise de Fontenoy. This is a biography of William II, the last German Emperor and King of Prussia. He suffered birth defects from a traumatic breech birth and it has been suggested that he may have suffered some brain trauma, which some speculate might have contributed to some of his more aggressive personality traits. His rule was noted for its militaristic push to assert German power. Following WWI he abdicated and lived out the rest of his life in exile.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162794755
• ISBN13: 9781162794754
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 322 Pages
• Weight: 0.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"