Europe and the Enlightened Despots by Walter Oppenheim

Europe and the Enlightened Despots by Walter Oppenheim

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Europe and the Enlightened Despots by Walter Oppenheim

This text focuses on two main themes: the ideas of the enlightened thinkers of the 18th century; and the extent to which such concepts were utilized by European monarchs. The discussion considers why these rulers were anxious to be associated with enlightened ideas, yet so rarely put them into practice. The minor rulers who can be classed as enlightened despots and the influence of the Enlightenment on the conduct of foreign policy are also considered. The book is part of the "Access to History" series, which provides a concise and readable introduction to major periods and topics in European and British history for both the higher level student and the general reader. Study guides for students are included in each chapter.
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ISBN 13 9780340535592
ISBN 10 0340535598
Title Europe and the Enlightened Despots
Author Walter Oppenheim
Series Access To History
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Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Hodder Arnold
Year published 1990-11-15
Number of pages 168
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