German Emperor William II published 6 non-fiction books and 3 other books, beginning with The Kaiser's Speeches (1903).
Updated September 2026
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The Kaiser's Speeches
German Emperor William II's most-read book.
Non-fiction in order

The German Emperor's Speeches (1904)

Letters from the Kaiser to the Czar (1920)

The Kaiser's Letters to the Tsar (1920)

Comparative History, 1878-1914 (1921)

My Memoirs, 1878-1918 (1922)

The Kaiser's Memoirs (1922)
Other books in order

The Kaiser's Speeches (1903)
My Ideas and Ideals (1914)

My Early Life (1926)
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Wilhelm II was the last German Emperor from 1888 until his abdication in 1918. His fall from power marked the end of the German Empire as well as the Hohenzollern dynasty's 400-year rule over Prussia.
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German Emperor William II FAQ
- How many books has German Emperor William II written?
- German Emperor William II published 6 non-fiction books and 3 other books that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read German Emperor William II's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with The Kaiser's Speeches.
- What is German Emperor William II's last book?
- The Kaiser's Memoirs (1922).
- What is German Emperor William II's most famous book?
- The Kaiser's Speeches (1903) is German Emperor William II's most widely read book.
- Can I read German Emperor William II's books for free?
- Yes. 2 books by German Emperor William II are in the public domain in the US and free to read online or download here.
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Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers, free texts from Project Gutenberg. Last updated September 2026.
