Freiherr vom Stein [German]

By Hanns Martin Elster

Freiherr vom Stein is a biography of the influential Prussian statesman Heinrich Friedrich Karl vom und zum Stein (1757-1831), often simply known as Freiherr vom Stein. Hanns Martin Elster chronicles Stein's life and career, highlighting his crucial role in the Prussian reforms of the early 19th century.

Stein was instrumental in modernizing Prussia, advocating for policies that abolished serfdom, promoted municipal self-government, and reformed the military and administration. His reforms laid the groundwork for Prussia's rise to prominence in the German Confederation and its eventual unification of Germany. This biography provides insights into Stein's political philosophy, his struggles against conservative forces, and his lasting impact on German history.

Elster's work explores the complex character of vom Stein and provides context for understanding the pivotal changes he helped bring about in Prussia and the wider German-speaking world.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: German
• ISBN: 1246599597
• ISBN13: 9781246599596
• Release Date: September 2011
• Publisher: Nabu Press
• Length: 478 Pages
• Weight: 1.46 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.1" x 9.2"