The Confessions of Frederick the Great: And the Life of Frederick the Great (1915)

The Confessions of Frederick the Great: And the Life of Frederick the Great is a book written by Heinrich von Treitschke and published in 1915. The book is a biography of Frederick II, also known as Frederick the Great, who was the King of Prussia from 1740 to 1786. The book is divided into two parts, the first being a collection of Frederick's personal writings and confessions, and the second being a detailed account of his life and reign.The first part of the book includes Frederick's personal writings, including letters and diary entries, which provide insight into his thoughts, feelings, and motivations. These writings cover a wide range of topics, including his military campaigns, his relationships with other monarchs, and his personal life.The second part of the book is a comprehensive biography of Frederick the Great, covering his life from his birth in 1712 to his death in 1786. The book provides a detailed account of his military campaigns, including his victories in the Seven Years' War, as well as his political and cultural achievements, such as his patronage of the arts and his reforms of the Prussian legal system.Overall, The Confessions of Frederick the Great: And the Life of Frederick the Great is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the life and reign of one of Europe's most influential monarchs.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.