Nancy Mitford
Frederick the Great
- ISBN 13:
- 9780099528869
- author:
- Nancy Mitford
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Vintage Classics
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2011
- Pages:
- 272
- Dimensions:
- 18.8 x 13 x 2 cm
- Genre:
- Biography, Historical, Countries & Regions, Biography: general, European history, Modern history to 20th century: c 1700 to c 1900, c 1700 to c 1800, 18th century Prussia and France, Biography & Autobiography / Historical, HISTORY / Europe / Germany,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Frederick II of Prussia's life is a complex tapestry of contradictions. As a young boy, he sought escape from his authoritarian father, yet went on to become one of history's greatest rulers.
Through his love of the flute and study of the arts and French literature, Frederick formed a lasting but turbulent friendship with Voltaire. He was also a military genius who expanded his empire's borders, while promoting religious tolerance, economic reform, and laying the groundwork for a united Germany.
This biography brings all these contradictions to life in a fascinating and intimate portrait of one of history's most intriguing figures.
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