The Imperial Resurgence: Why Emperors Ruled the 19th Century Imagination
The 19th century, a period of seismic shifts in politics, industry, and society, also witnessed a peculiar phenomenon: the dramatic resurgence of the title ‘Emperor.’ Far from being a relic of antiquity, the imperial mantle was eagerly donned by leaders across Europe and beyond, transforming it into a potent symbol of power, ambition, and national … Read more
