In the World War

"In the World War" by Count Ottokar Czernin is a recounting of World War I through the eyes of an Austro-Hungarian Empire leader. Readers get a firsthand look into the war, with Czernin sharing his unique understanding of what was happening and who was involved. The text starts with Czernin's thoughts on the political and social situation before the war, pointing out the strained relationships between countries like Austria-Hungary and Germany. He analyzes the events after Archduke Franz Ferdinand was killed and how political missteps led to war. He takes us behind the scenes with political leaders, explaining the complicated alliances and strategies of Austria-Hungary and Germany.