The Life Of Charles XII, King Of Sweden: Including Memoirs Of Several Of The Crowned Heads Of Europe (1815) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781165722266)

The Life of Charles XII, King of Sweden: Including Memoirs of Several of the Crowned Heads of Europe is a historical biography written by the renowned French philosopher and writer, Voltaire. Originally published in 1815, the book chronicles the life of Charles XII, who was the King of Sweden from 1697 to 1718.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which delves into a different aspect of Charles XII's life. It covers his early years, his military campaigns, his relationships with other European monarchs, and his eventual downfall.In addition to Charles XII's story, Voltaire also includes memoirs of several other crowned heads of Europe, such as Peter the Great of Russia and Augustus II the Strong of Poland. These memoirs provide readers with a broader understanding of the political landscape of Europe during Charles XII's reign.Throughout the book, Voltaire's writing style is engaging and informative. He draws on a variety of sources, including historical documents and personal accounts, to create a vivid portrait of Charles XII and the world in which he lived.Overall, The Life of Charles XII, King of Sweden is a fascinating and insightful read for anyone interested in European history, military strategy, or the life of one of Europe's most enigmatic monarchs.Particularly Of Peter The Great, Emperor Of Russia.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: Voltaire
ISBN-10: 1165722267
ISBN-13: 9781165722266
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 266
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.24lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.75d