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History of Friedrich II of Prussia — Volume 08   By: (1795-1881)

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In this eighth volume of Thomas Carlyle's "History of Friedrich II of Prussia," readers are immersed in the tumultuous world of 18th-century Europe as seen through the eyes of the enigmatic Prussian monarch. Carlyle's vivid and engaging narrative style brings to life the political intrigues, military conflicts, and personal struggles that defined Friedrich II's reign.

One of the most striking aspects of Carlyle's writing is his ability to humanize historical figures, including Friedrich II himself. Through meticulous research and keen insight, Carlyle presents the Prussian king as a complex and multi-faceted character, capable of both great acts of courage and moments of vulnerability. Readers will find themselves captivated by the intimate details of Friedrich II's life and the challenges he faced as he sought to establish Prussia as a major European power.

Carlyle's meticulous attention to detail and his masterful storytelling make this volume a must-read for history enthusiasts and fans of biographical literature alike. With its richly detailed prose and compelling narrative, "History of Friedrich II of Prussia — Volume 08" is a testament to Carlyle's skill as a historian and storyteller.

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HISTORY OF FRIEDRICH II. OF PRUSSIA

FREDERICK THE GREAT

By Thomas Carlyle

Volume VII.

BOOK VIII. CROWN PRINCE REPRIEVED: LIFE AT CUSTRIN November, 1730 February, 1732.

Chapter I. CHAPLAIN MULLER WAITS ON THE CROWN PRINCE.

Friedrich's feelings at this juncture are not made known to us by himself in the least; or credibly by others in any considerable degree. As indeed in these confused Prussian History Books, copulent in nugatory pedantisms and learned marine stores, all that is human remains distressingly obscure to us; so seldom, and then only as through endless clouds of ever whirling idle dust, can we catch the smallest direct feature of the young man, and of his real demeanor or meaning, on the present or other occasions! But it is evident this last phenomenon fell upon him like an overwhelming cataract; crushed him down under the immensity of sorrow, confusion and despair; his own death not a theory now, but probably a near fact, a welcome one in wild moments, and then anon so unwelcome. Frustrate, bankrupt, chargeable with a friend's lost life, sure enough he, for one, is: what is to become of him? Whither is he to turn, thoroughly beaten, foiled in all his enterprises? Proud young soul as he was: the ruling Powers, be they just, be they unjust, have proved too hard for him! We hear of tragic vestiges still traceable of Friedrich, belonging to this time: texts of Scripture quoted by him, pencil sketches of his drawing; expressive of a mind dwelling in Golgothas, and pathetically, not defiantly, contemplating the very worst... Continue reading book >>


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