The book "Bismarck" offers a unique insight into the life and political activities of Otto von Bismarck, the first Chancellor of the German Empire. It is based on a diary kept by Dr. Moritz Busch over a period of twenty-five years. This work contains personal and official experiences that reflect the complexity and challenges of the 19th-century political landscape. The second edition is an unaltered, high-quality reprint of the original 1898 edition, making it a valuable resource for historians and those interested in German history. Hansebooks, the publisher, is dedicated to preserving historical literature and provides this book as a contribution to the preservation of knowledge that is significant for future generations.