William I, German Emperor and King of Prussia: A Biographical Sketch is a historical book written by William Beatty-Kingston in 1883. The book provides a detailed account of the life and reign of William I, who was the King of Prussia and the first German Emperor from 1861 until his death in 1888. The biography is divided into several chapters that cover William's early life, his military career, his ascension to the throne, and his role in the unification of Germany. The author also explores William's personal life, including his marriage to Augusta of Saxe-Weimar-Eisenach and his relationships with his children. The book is based on extensive research and includes a wealth of primary sources, such as letters, diaries, and official documents. Overall, William I, German Emperor and King of Prussia: A Biographical Sketch is a comprehensive and informative account of one of the most important figures in German history.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.