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History of Friedrich II of Prussia — Volume 12   By: (1795-1881)

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Thomas Carlyle’s History of Friedrich II of Prussia – Volume 12 is a meticulously researched and engaging account of the life and reign of one of Europe’s most fascinating historical figures. Carlyle’s writing is both informative and insightful, providing readers with a thorough understanding of Friedrich II's complex personality and the political and cultural context in which he lived.

Carlyle’s attention to detail is exceptional, and his vivid descriptions bring the past to life in a way that makes the reader feel as though they are witnessing history unfold before their eyes. His analysis of Friedrich II's military campaigns, political maneuverings, and personal relationships is both thorough and compelling, shedding new light on a ruler who is often overshadowed by his contemporaries.

Overall, History of Friedrich II of Prussia – Volume 12 is a must-read for anyone interested in European history, military strategy, or the lives of great leaders. Carlyle’s prose is eloquent and engaging, making this book a captivating journey through the life and times of one of history’s most intriguing figures.

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HISTORY OF FRIEDRICH II OF PRUSSIA

FREDERICK THE GREAT

By Thomas Carlyle

Volume XII.

BOOK XII. FIRST SILESIAN WAR, AWAKENING A GENERAL EUROPEAN ONE, BEGINS. December, 1740 May, 1741.

Chapter I. OF SCHLESIEN, OR SILESIA.

Schlesien, what we call Silesia, lies in elliptic shape, spread on the top of Europe, partly girt with mountains, like the crown or crest to that part of the Earth; highest table land of Germany or of the Cisalpine Countries; and sending rivers into all the seas. The summit or highest level of it is in the southwest; longest diameter is from northwest to southeast. From Crossen, whither Friedrich is now driving, to the Jablunka Pass, which issues upon Hungary, is above 250 miles; the AXIS, therefore, or longest diameter, of our Ellipse we may call 230 English miles; its shortest or conjugate diameter, from Friedland in Bohemia (Wallenstein's old Friedland), by Breslau across the Oder to the Polish Frontier, is about 100. The total area of Schlesien is counted to be some 20,000 square miles, nearly the third of England Proper.

Schlesien will the reader learn to call it by that name, on occasion? for in these sad Manuscripts of ours the names alternate is a fine, fertile, useful and beautiful Country. It leans sloping, as we hinted, to the East and to the North; a long curved buttress of Mountains ("RIESENGEBIRGE, Giant Mountains," is their best known name in foreign countries) holding it up on the South and West sides... Continue reading book >>


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