History of Friedrich II of Prussia — Volume 11
Published in the mid-19th century, 'History of Friedrich II of Prussia — Volume 11' by Thomas Carlyle offers a detailed account of the early reign of Frederick the Great (1712-1786). The volume examines the political and social climate of Prussia as Friedrich ascends to the throne, highlighting his initial decisions, military strategies, and social reforms, such as the opening of public granaries and the abolition of legal torture. Carlyle presents Friedrich as a blend of idealism and pragmatism, navigating the challenges of governance amidst public hope and complex political dynamics.
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“Happy the people whose annals are blank in history books.””
— Thomas Carlyle
“Genius is an infinite capacity for taking pains.””
— Thomas Carlyle
“For there was need once more of a Divine Revelation to the torpid frivolous children of men, if they were not to sink altogether into the ape condition. And in that whirlwind of the Universe,”
— Thomas Carlyle
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