Superman: The Life Of Frederick The Great V2

By Nathan Ausubel

Book Overview

Superman: The Life of Frederick the Great V2 is a book written by Nathan Ausubel that tells the story of one of the most fascinating and complex figures in European history. Frederick the Great was the King of Prussia from 1740 to 1786, and during his reign, he transformed his country into a major European power. This book is the second volume of Ausubel's biography of Frederick the Great and covers the later years of his reign.The book begins with Frederick's victory in the Seven Years' War, which established Prussia as a major European power. It then goes on to explore his relationships with his family, his ministers, and his enemies. The book delves into his political philosophy, his military tactics, and his cultural achievements, such as his patronage of the arts and his construction of Sanssouci Palace.Throughout the book, Ausubel paints a vivid portrait of Frederick the Great as a complex and multifaceted figure. He shows how Frederick was a brilliant military strategist who was also deeply interested in the arts and philosophy. He also explores Frederick's personal life, including his relationships with his father, his sister, and his many lovers.Overall, Superman: The Life of Frederick the Great V2 is a comprehensive and engaging biography of one of the most important figures in European history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Prussia, the Enlightenment, or the military and political history of Europe in the 18th century.In Two Volumes.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: 1163198196
• ISBN13: 9781163198193
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 396 Pages
• Weight: 1.16 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"