Ergebnis für "When William Came" in Literatur & Belletristik

Dive into a gripping alternate history set in 1913, where the specter of invasion looms large over Britain at the height of its power. In When William Came, the enigmatic William refers to none other than Kaiser Bill, tapping into the eras deep-seated fears and anxieties. This novel joins the ranks of classic works like The Riddle of the Sands and The War of the Worlds, offering a fascinating exploration of jingoism and the politics of the time. Please note that the story reflects some mild anti-Semitism and jingoism characteristic of its period. (Summary by Andy Minter)

Set several years the future, after a war between Germany and Great Britain in which the Germans won, "When William Came" chronicles life in London under German occupation and the changes that come with a foreign army's invasion and triumph. The "William" is actually Kaiser Wilhelm II of the House of Hohenzollern.