II, Frederick
Frederick the Great's Philosophical Writings
- ISBN 13:
- 9780691258911
- author:
- II, Frederick
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Princeton University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2024
- Pages:
- 304
- Dimensions:
- 23.4 x 15.6 x 1.7 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Philosophy, Political,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Frederick the Great's Philosophical Writings
A comprehensive collection of diverse Enlightenment-era writings by Prussian monarch Frederick II, offering insights into his influential contributions to European thought and his unique role as a monarch and published author.
This edition presents selected writings, including essays, prefaces, reviews, and dialogues, on subjects such as ethics, religion, and political theory. Accompanied by critical annotations, it provides a nuanced understanding of Frederick's views on kingship, morality, and self-love, shedding light on the complexities of his absolutist rule.
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