Frederick The Great And The Seven Years War: Epochs Of Modern History

By Frederick William Longman

Book Overview

Frederick The Great And The Seven Years War: Epochs Of Modern History is a book written by Frederick William Longman. It provides a comprehensive account of the Seven Years War, which was fought between 1756 and 1763, and its impact on the history of modern Europe. The book focuses on the role of Frederick the Great, the King of Prussia, in the war and how he managed to successfully defend his kingdom against the combined forces of Austria, France, and Russia.The book begins with a detailed introduction to the political and military landscape of Europe in the mid-18th century, which sets the stage for the Seven Years War. It then goes on to describe the various campaigns and battles of the war, including the Battle of Rossbach and the Battle of Leuthen, which are considered to be some of Frederick's greatest victories.The book also discusses the diplomatic efforts that were made during the war, including the Treaty of Paris, which ended the conflict. It provides insights into the political and social changes that took place in Europe as a result of the war, including the rise of Prussia as a major European power.Overall, Frederick The Great And The Seven Years War: Epochs Of Modern History is an informative and engaging book that provides a detailed account of one of the most significant wars in modern European history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in military history, European history, or the life and legacy of Frederick the Great.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163096121
• ISBN13: 9781163096123
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 278 Pages
• Weight: 0.83 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"