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History of Friedrich II of Prussia — Volume 06   By: (1795-1881)

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Thomas Carlyle's "History of Friedrich II of Prussia — Volume 06" is a comprehensive and detailed account of the life and reign of the enigmatic Prussian king. Carlyle's prose is elegant and engaging, drawing readers into the world of 18th-century Europe and the political intrigue of the time.

The author provides a thorough examination of Friedrich II's military campaigns, diplomatic maneuvers, and personal relationships, offering a nuanced portrait of a complex and multifaceted ruler. Carlyle's meticulous research and thorough analysis make this volume an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history of Prussia or European politics during this era.

Overall, "History of Friedrich II of Prussia — Volume 06" is a well-written and informative book that sheds light on the life and legacy of one of history's most fascinating figures. Carlyle's insights and narrative skill make this a must-read for anyone interested in history or biography.

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HISTORY OF FRIEDRICH II. OF PRUSSIA

FREDERICK THE GREAT

By Thomas Carlyle

VOLUME VI.

BOOK VI. DOUBLE MARRIAGE PROJECT, AND CROWN PRINCE, GOING ADRIFT UNDER THE STORM WINDS. 1727 1730.

Chapter I. FIFTH CRISIS IN THE KAISER'S SPECTRE HUNT.

The Crown Prince's young Life being, by perverse chance, involved and as it were absorbed in that foolish question of his English Marriage, we have nothing for it but to continue our sad function; and go on painfully fishing out, and reducing to an authentic form, what traces of him there are, from that disastrous beggarly element, till once he get free of it, either dead or alive. The WINDS (partly by Art Magic) rise to the hurricane pitch, upon this Marriage Project and him; and as for the sea, or general tide of European Politics But let the reader look with his own eyes.

In the spring of 1727, War, as anticipated, breaks out; Spaniards actually begin battering at Gibraltar; Kaiser's Ambassador at London is angrily ordered to begone. Causes of war were many:

1. Duke de Ripperda tumbled out now, that illustrious diplomatic bulldog, at Madrid sought asylum in the English Ambassador's house; and no respect was had to such asylum: that is one cause.

2. Then, you English, what is the meaning of these war fleets in the West Indies; in the Mediterranean, on the very coast of Spain? We demand that you at once take them home again: which cannot be complied with... Continue reading book >>


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