The Age Of Enlightened Despot 1660-1789 (1911)

The Age Of Enlightened Despot 1660-1789 Is A Historical Book Written By Arthur Henry Johnson And Published In 1911. The Book Explores The Period Of European History From The Mid-17Th Century To The Late 18Th Century A Time When Monarchs And Rulers Were Known As Enlightened Despots. These Rulers Including Frederick The Great Of Prussia Catherine The Great Of Russia And Joseph Ii Of Austria Were Characterized By Their Use Of Enlightened Principles In Their Governance Such As Promoting Education Religious Tolerance And Economic Growth.Johnson'S Book Provides A Comprehensive Overview Of The Political Social And Cultural Developments Of This Era Focusing On The Key Figures And Events That Shaped It. He Examines The Role Of The Enlightenment In Shaping The Ideas And Actions Of These Rulers As Well As The Impact Of Their Policies On Their Subjects And On The Wider European World. The Book Also Explores The Conflicts And Tensions That Arose During This Period Including The Seven Years' War The American Revolution And The French Revolution.Overall The Age Of Enlightened Despot 1660-1789 Is A Valuable Resource For Anyone Interested In European History Political Philosophy Or The Enlightenment. It Offers A Detailed And Nuanced Analysis Of A Complex And Fascinating Period Shedding Light On The Ideas And Actions Of Some Of The Most Important Figures In European History.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.