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Life And Times Of Frederick Perthes: Patriot And Man Of Business

Life And Times Of Frederick Perthes: Patriot And Man Of Business

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ISBN10: 1432639641
ISBN13: 9781432639648
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Jun 1 2007
Pages: 476
Weight: 1.53
Height: 1.06 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The book Life And Times Of Frederick Perthes: Patriot And Man Of Business by Clemens Theodor Perthes is a comprehensive biography of Frederick Perthes, a German publisher and bookseller who lived from 1772 to 1843. The book explores Perthes' life and career, detailing his upbringing in a family of booksellers, his education, his marriage, and his work as a publisher and businessman.Perthes was a key figure in the German publishing industry during the early 19th century, and the book delves into his role in shaping the cultural and political landscape of his time. The author examines Perthes' relationships with other prominent figures of the era, including Johann Wolfgang von Goethe and Friedrich Schiller, and explores his involvement in the struggle for German unification.The book also provides a detailed look at the business side of Perthes' career, including his efforts to expand his publishing company and his innovative marketing strategies. Throughout the book, the author provides insight into Perthes' character and values, painting a picture of a man who was both a shrewd businessman and a passionate advocate for cultural and political progress.Overall, Life And Times Of Frederick Perthes: Patriot And Man Of Business is a fascinating and informative biography that offers a unique perspective on a pivotal figure in German 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.

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