History of Friedrich II. of Prussia by Thomas Carlyle

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Author Carlyle, Thomas, 1795-1881
Editor Widger, David, 1932-2021?
Title History of Friedrich II. of Prussia
Frederick The Great—Complete Table of Contents: 22 Volumes
Note Reading ease score: 69.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Note Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/History_of_Friedrich_II._of_Prussia,_Called_Frederick_the_Great
Credits David Widger
Summary "History of Friedrich II. of Prussia" by Thomas Carlyle is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. This comprehensive work chronicles the life and reign of Friedrich II, also known as Frederick the Great, who ruled Prussia during the 18th century. Carlyle's narrative not only details Friedrich’s actions and policies but also delves into the broader political and military contexts of Europe during his time. The book is structured across multiple volumes, exploring various phases of Frederick's life, including his early years, military campaigns, and significant political decisions. Carlyle paints a vivid portrait of Friedrich the Great as a leader who transformed Prussia into a major European power through innovative military strategies and enlightened reforms. The narrative also reflects on the challenges faced by Frederick, including conflicts with Austria and the various wars that shaped his legacy. Overall, Carlyle’s work combines meticulous research with a narrative style that emphasizes the dramatic and impactful moments of Friedrich's life, providing readers with a deep understanding of this influential figure in history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class DD: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Germany
Subject Social problems
Subject Frederick II, King of Prussia, 1712-1786
Subject Prussia (Germany) -- History -- Frederick II, 1740-1786
Subject Indexes
Category Text
EBook-No. 25808
Release Date
Most Recently Updated May 4, 2023
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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