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The Three Emperors: Three Cousins, Three Empires and the Road to World War One by Miranda Carter explores the turbulent relationships and personalities of Europe’s three most powerful rulers at the dawn of the 20th century—King George V of Britain, Kaiser Wilhelm II of Germany, and Tsar Nicholas II of Russia. Despite being cousins, these emperors were divided by rivalries, insecurities, and conflicting ambitions that contributed to political tensions across the continent.
Carter’s richly detailed narrative reveals how the personal flaws and volatile interactions of these men played a crucial role in the lead-up to the First World War. Combining political history with vivid character study, The Three Emperors offers a gripping account of abdication, betrayal, and the collapse of empires that reshaped the modern world.
Perfect for readers interested in European history, royal intrigue, and the complex causes behind World War One.
