The nineteenth century is notable for its newly proclaimed emperors, from the well-known, such as Napoleon and Queen Victoria, to the lesser known, like Pedro II of Brazil. This book examines how emperors used images, religion, international exhibitions, and pageants to project their ijmperial power. The narrative strength of the book lies in its presentation of the visual power of imperial ceremonies such as emperors' coronations, their portraits, narratives, architectures, and acts of commemoration in Europe, South America, and India.