Originally published in 1870, this ground-breaking study explores the roots of German nationalism and the causes of the country's political and social crises. Krause argues that the German people have been misled by their leaders into pursuing a misguided and self-destructive agenda, and he calls for a radical rethinking of German identity and policy. Provocative and insightful, this book remains relevant today as Germany continues to grapple with issues of national identity and global influence.

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