The Last King Of Poland And His Contemporaries (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781163448403)

The Last King of Poland and His Contemporaries is a historical book written by R. Nisbet Bain. The book provides a detailed account of the life of Stanislaw August Poniatowski, the last king of Poland, and his contemporaries. The author chronicles the political and social circumstances of Poland during the 18th century, which was a time of great upheaval for the country. The book covers the reign of Stanislaw August Poniatowski, who ascended to the throne in 1764, and his attempts to reform and modernize Poland. The author also provides insight into the political intrigues and rivalries that surrounded the king, including the influence of foreign powers such as Russia and Prussia. In addition to Stanislaw August Poniatowski, the book also introduces readers to other notable figures of the time, including Catherine the Great, Frederick the Great, and Empress Maria Theresa. The author provides a detailed account of their relationships with Poland and the impact they had on the country's history. Overall, The Last King of Poland and His Contemporaries is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in Polish history and the political landscape of Europe during the 18th century.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.

Author: R. Nisbet Bain
ISBN-10: 1163448400
ISBN-13: 9781163448403
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 352
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.51lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.94d