This year's 300th anniversary of the founding of the Prussian state has seen the publication of a number of new books on this pivotal European country and its rulers. Fraser, a British general and the author of numerous works of history and fiction, first published this biography of the Prussian ruler in Great Britain. An enlightened ruler who was a musician, patron of the arts, and friend to Voltaire, Frederick the Great was also the architect of Prussia's military success against another great monarch, the Habsburg Maria Theresa. His lifetime of command ultimately led to the formation of Prussia's ongoing military and political strength in Europe. This engaging biography emphasizes Frederick's military strategy and political prowess but does not neglect the man, his family, and his contributions to the Enlightenment. Written in a felicitous manner that captures Frederick's many-faceted personality and the spirit of his times, this book will be the standard biography of this fascinating ruler for years to come. In its emphasis on military history and strategy, Fraser's book complements Giles McDonough's Frederick the Great, which devotes significantly more attention to Frederick's role as patron of the arts and linchpin of an enlightened court. Title: Frederick the Great King of Prussia Author Name: Fraser, David Location Published: Fromm International: 2001 Binding: hardcover Book Condition: Excellent Pages: 704 Categories: European Wars 1700s, Commanders & Leaders Seller ID: 0539
