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Letters of Voltaire and Frederick the Great
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PhilosophyLetters & EssaysGeneral World History
ISBN13: 9781025798875
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 418
Weight: 1.28
Height: 0.85 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Letters of Voltaire and Frederick the Great offers a profound glimpse into one of the most significant intellectual partnerships of the 18th century. Spanning several decades, this collection of correspondence captures the ongoing dialogue between the preeminent philosopher of the Enlightenment, Voltaire, and the powerful, enlightened monarch Frederick II of Prussia. Through these letters, readers witness a complex relationship defined by mutual admiration, sharp intellectual debate, and personal friction, all set against the backdrop of a changing European landscape.
The exchanges delve into a wide array of topics, from the nature of kingship and political philosophy to literature, religion, and the pursuit of reason. Voltaire's wit and Frederick's ambition are on full display, providing invaluable insight into the minds that helped shape the modern world. This volume serves as an essential primary source for those interested in the history of ideas, the dynamics of power and intellect, and the literary art of letter-writing. These letters are not merely historical records but are works of literary merit that reflect the spirit of an era seeking to reconcile the authority of the crown with the burgeoning ideals of liberty and rationalism.
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