History of Frederick the Second, Called Frederick the Great


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John S. C. Abbott's 'History of Frederick the Second, Called Frederick the Great' is a detailed account of the life and reign of King Frederick II of Prussia, known as one of the most influential monarchs in European history. Abbott's narrative style is engaging, combining historical facts with vivid storytelling, making the book accessible to both scholars and general readers. Set in the context of 18th-century European politics and the Age of Enlightenment, the book delves into Frederick's military achievements, political reforms, and his contributions to the cultural and intellectual development of Prussia. Through meticulous research and analysis, Abbott provides a comprehensive portrait of this enigmatic ruler. John S. C. Abbott, a renowned historian and biographer, drew upon primary sources and firsthand accounts to craft this definitive work on Frederick the Great. His deep understanding of European history and political dynamics enriches the narrative, offering valuable insights into Frederick's leadership and legacy. Abbott's passion for uncovering the truth behind historical events shines through in this compelling biography. I highly recommend 'History of Frederick the Second, Called Frederick the Great' to anyone interested in European history, military strategy, or biographical studies. Abbott's meticulous research and engaging narrative style make this book a must-read for those seeking a deeper understanding of one of the most significant figures in European history.







Telephony


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The Dial


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Wittenberg: An American College


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"Half of all the colleges founded before the Civil War did not survive. Wittenberg did. This is the story of a college on the Ohio frontier that sought to Americanize millions of German immigrants and to Americanize the German Lutheran Church. In spite of that, Wittenberg was caught in the anti-foreign prejudice of “Nativists” who feared the influence of immigrants on American institutions. The school prospered after the Civil War as America embraced German culture from classical music to the Christmas tree. The school again faced prejudice in the anti-German furor of World War I. Simultaneously, this is the story of students and faculty coping with the pressures of a nation going from the poverty of the rural frontier to the wealth of an urban-industrial society and how they and Wittenberg changed."







Ferran


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The first-ever biography of Ferran Adrià, the chef behind Spain's renowned El Bulli restaurant, by one of the world's foremost food authorities. Ferran Adrià is arguably the greatest culinary revolutionary of our time. Hailed as a genius and a prophet by fellow chefs, worshipped (if often misunderstood) by critics and lay diners alike, Adrià is imitated and paid homage to in professional kitchens, and in more than a few private ones, all over the world. In his lively close-up portrait of Adrià, award-winning food writer Colman Andrews traces this groundbreaking chef 's rise from resort- hotel dishwasher to culinary deity, and the evolution of El Bulli from a German-owned beach bar into the establishment voted annually by an international jury to be "the world's best restaurant." With a new afterword for the paperback edition, Ferran brings to life the most exciting food movement of our time and illuminates the ways in which Adrià has forever altered our understanding and appreciation of food and cooking.