From Bismarck to Adenauer: Aspects of German Statecraft is a historical account written by Gordon Alexander Craig that explores the evolution of German statecraft from the time of Otto von Bismarck to Konrad Adenauer. The book is divided into three parts, each focusing on a particular period in German history.The first part of the book covers the period from 1871 to 1914, which saw the creation of the German Empire under Bismarck's leadership. Craig examines the political, social, and economic factors that contributed to the rise of Germany as a major power in Europe.The second part of the book covers the period from 1914 to 1945, which saw Germany's defeat in World War I, the rise of the Nazi Party, and the devastation of World War II. Craig explores the factors that led to Germany's downfall, including the Treaty of Versailles, the Great Depression, and Hitler's aggressive foreign policy.The final part of the book covers the period from 1945 to 1963, which saw the rebuilding of Germany after World War II under the leadership of Konrad Adenauer. Craig examines the challenges that Adenauer faced, including the division of Germany and the Cold War, and how he was able to navigate these challenges to establish a democratic and prosperous Germany.Throughout the book, Craig provides a detailed analysis of the key figures, events, and policies that shaped German statecraft during these periods. He also explores the broader historical context, including the impact of world events such as the two World Wars and the Cold War on Germany's development. Overall, From Bismarck to Adenauer is a comprehensive and insightful account of German statecraft that will appeal to anyone interested in modern 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.