"History of Friedrich II of Prussia — Volume 09" by Thomas Carlyle is a historical narrative that recounts Crown-Prince Friedrich's experiences in Ruppin from 1732 to 1736. The book examines duty, familial obligations, and the political complexities surrounding Friedrich's upcoming marriage to Princess Elizabeth Christina of Brunswick-Bevern. It begins by outlining the prince's internal and external struggles as he grapples with his father's expectations and societal norms. The young prince contemplates potential matches, expressing discontent with prospects, like Elizabeth Christina. The narrative reveals complex family dynamics, notably Friedrich's relationship with his father, and underscores his ambitions, conflicts, and the constraints of his position, giving glimpses of his rebellious nature and yearning for independence weighed against political alliances and duty's weight that will impact his destiny.
History of Friedrich II of Prussia — Volume 09
By Thomas Carlyle
Witness a rebellious prince navigate familial duty, political marriages, and personal desires amidst the complex court of Prussia.
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About the AuthorThomas Carlyle was a Scottish essayist, historian, and philosopher from the Scottish Lowlands. A leading writer of the Victorian era, he exerted a profound influence on 19th-century art, literature, and philosophy.
Thomas Carlyle was a Scottish essayist, historian, and philosopher from the Scottish Lowlands. A leading writer of the Victorian era, he exerted a profound influence on 19th-century art, literature, and philosophy.
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