A concise, illuminating exchange between a king and a writer on war, politics, and Enlightenment life.
Frederick the Great and Voltaire share letters that shed light on leadership, strategy, and ideas that shaped a century. This collection presents their correspondence as a window into 18th‑century diplomacy, philosophy, and the daily realities of power, without venturing beyond the premise of their historic dialogue.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book presents a fascinating collection of letters exchanged between Frederick the Great, King of Prussia, and the renowned French author Voltaire. The correspondence spans several years, beginning in the midst of the Seven Years' War and continuing through the 1760s. The letters reveal a unique intellectual partnership and provide a window into the minds of two of Europe's most influential figures during the Enlightenment. Both men were keen observers of their times, and their shared passion for literature and philosophy permeates their writings. The letters cover a range of topics, from the ongoing conflicts in Europe to their personal reflections on religion, politics, and human nature. The book offers a glimpse into the intellectual climate of the era, and highlights the complex relationship between power, reason, and individual expression, underscoring the impact of the Enlightenment on the intellectual and political landscape of the 18th century. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781527644175_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781527644175
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781527644175
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Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781527644175
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