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Bismarck: some secret pages of his history (Vol. 3 of 3). Being a diary kept by Dr. Moritz Busch during twenty-five years' official and private intercourse with the great Chancellor cover

Bismarck: some secret pages of his history (Vol. 3 of 3). Being a diary kept by Dr. Moritz Busch during twenty-five years' official and private intercourse with the great Chancellor

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A diarist records twenty-five years of official and private interactions with a leading statesman, combining first-hand accounts of ministerial meetings, diplomatic missions, press campaigns, and policy debates. Entries recount episodes involving foreign relations, parliamentary conflicts, royal correspondence, and personality sketches of political figures, along with the author's role arranging papers and composing articles. The volume documents controversies over press influence, colonial and Balkan affairs, and domestic political maneuvers, and includes candid reflections on leadership, statecraft, and mortality. Archival documents, letters, and contemporary commentary supplement the narrative, offering a detailed, episodic chronicle of high diplomacy and political life.

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Moritz Busch

Moritz Busch was a German writer and journalist, best known for his detailed accounts of Otto von Bismarck, the first Chancellor of Germany. His most notable work, "Bismarck: some secret pages of his history," is a diary that chronicles his twenty-five years of official and private interactions with Bismarck, providing unique insights into the political landscape of 19th-century Germany. Busch's writings reflect his keen observations and understanding of the complexities of power and governance. In addition to his work on Bismarck, he also authored "Die Mormonen, ihr Prophet, ihr Staat und ihr Glaube," which explores the beliefs and societal structures of the Mormon community.

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