| 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
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| Credits |
David Widger
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| 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.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
DD: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Germany
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| Subject |
Social problems
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| Subject |
Frederick II, King of Prussia, 1712-1786
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| Subject |
Prussia (Germany) -- History -- Frederick II, 1740-1786
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| Subject |
Indexes
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
25808 |
| Release Date |
Jun 16, 2008 |
| Most Recently Updated |
May 4, 2023 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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