Life And Times Of Frederick Perthes - Clemens Theodor Perthes - Bog

The book ""Life And Times Of Frederick Perthes: Patriot And Man Of Business"" by Clemens Theodor Perthes is a biography of the life of Frederick Perthes, a German publisher and bookseller who lived from 1772 to 1843. The book details Perthes' upbringing, education, and early career as a bookseller in Hamburg, as well as his later success as the owner of the publishing house Friedrich Perthes Verlag in Gotha. Perthes was not only a successful businessman, but also a passionate advocate for German unity and democracy during a time of political upheaval in Europe. The book explores Perthes' involvement in various political movements, including his support for the German Confederation and his opposition to the French occupation of Germany. The author also delves into Perthes' personal life, including his marriage to Caroline Schlegel, a prominent writer and intellectual of the time, and their close relationships with other notable figures such as Johann Wolfgang von Goethe and Friedrich Schiller. Overall, ""Life And Times Of Frederick Perthes"" offers a comprehensive look at the life and legacy of a significant figure in German publishing and politics during the 19th 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.