Prince Lichnowsky, Ambassador Of Peace: A Study Of Prewar Diplomacy 1912-1914 (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162989143)

Prince Lichnowsky, Ambassador of Peace: A Study of Prewar Diplomacy 1912-1914 is a book written by Edward F. Willis. The book is a detailed study of the diplomatic activities of Prince Karl Max Lichnowsky, who served as the German ambassador to the Court of St. James's (the United Kingdom) from 1912 to 1914. The main focus of the book is on the period leading up to the outbreak of World War I, during which Lichnowsky worked tirelessly to maintain peace between Germany and the United Kingdom. The book provides a comprehensive account of Lichnowsky's diplomatic efforts, including his attempts to negotiate a settlement to the Balkan crisis of 1912-1913 and his efforts to prevent the escalation of tensions between Germany and the United Kingdom over issues such as naval arms races and colonial disputes. The author also examines the political and social context of the time, including the complex alliances and power struggles between European nations, as well as the attitudes and beliefs of key political figures and public opinion in both Germany and the United Kingdom. Throughout the book, Willis presents a nuanced and balanced view of Lichnowsky's role in prewar diplomacy, highlighting both his successes and failures. The author also provides a detailed analysis of the events leading up to the outbreak of war in 1914, including the impact of the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria-Hungary and the subsequent chain of events that led to the mobilization of armies across Europe. Overall, Prince Lichnowsky, Ambassador of Peace provides a fascinating insight into the complex world of prewar diplomacy and the efforts of one man to prevent the outbreak of a catastrophic global conflict. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of World War I, diplomatic history, or the political and social context of early 20th-century Europe.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.

Author: Edward F. Willis
ISBN-10: 1162989149
ISBN-13: 9781162989143
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 338
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.00lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.70d