human
With the Bavarian troops fighting with the Prussians against France, Prussia can hardly coerce their country. The Grand Duke of Baden had come to the headquarters; he sent one of his confidential friends to Munich to persuade Ludwig to proceed to Versailles. The Bavarian Ministers likewise exerted themselves to induce him to make the journey.
gpt
I know well that in many respects it would be advisable for me to make this journey, said the King.
human
It need hardly be said that it would also be of political advantage. But I feel myself too suffering. Whether or not I take the journey depends, moreover, on the guarantees which I desire. Without them I will not go! Here the matter rests--it is my will!
gpt
Ludwig is not coming to Versailles, firstly, because he cannot ride just now without discomfort, and, secondly, because he does not like playing second fiddle,
human
German unity is a completed act, and the 'Emperor' likewise. It is an event!... The agreement has its weak points; but as it is, it is more tenable. I consider it to be the most important thing we have accomplished this year. With regard to the 'Emperor' I made him more acceptable during the negotiations, as I represented to the Ministers that it must be easier and more convenient for their Kings to allow the German Emperor certain privileges than to allow them to the neighbouring King of Prussia.
gpt
The King of Bavaria lives in a world of dreams. He is hardly more than a boy who does not know his own mind!