Heading For The Abyss

By Karl Max von Lichnowsky and Prince Lichnowsky

Book Overview

""Heading For The Abyss"" is a memoir written by Prince Lichnowsky, a prominent German diplomat who served as the ambassador to Great Britain before and during the First World War. The book provides a unique perspective on the events leading up to the war and the diplomatic efforts made to prevent it. Prince Lichnowsky offers a critical analysis of the German government's role in the war and its decision-making process. He also discusses the personal relationships he developed with key figures in British politics, including Prime Minister H.H. Asquith and Foreign Secretary Sir Edward Grey. The book provides a fascinating insight into the complex political landscape of Europe in the early 20th century and the disastrous consequences of the First World War. Prince Lichnowsky's memoir is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of diplomacy and international relations.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 142865769X
• ISBN13: 9781428657694
• Release Date: July 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 508 Pages
• Weight: 1.63 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"