The Life of Bismarck, Private and Political With Descriptive Notices of His Ancestry

"The Life of Bismarck, Private and Political" by George Hesekiel is a detailed exploration of the life of Otto von Bismarck, a key figure in German unification. The narrative balances his public and private lives, revealing his character in the context of his historical period. The book starts by examining the Bismarck family's origins, starting in the town of Bismarck on the Biese, and their evolution into nobility during the fourteenth century. By addressing and clarifying misunderstandings about their past, the early chapters establish the importance of Bismarck's ancestry. By examining their noble roots, the book suggests his lineage influenced his personality and shaped his future political endeavors.