Monarchy, Nation and the Common Good: Patriotism in Prussia, 1756–1806

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Monarchy, Nation and the Common Good: Patriotism in Prussia, 1756–1806 is written by Jaakko Sivonen and published by BRILL. It's available with International Standard Book Number or ISBN identification 9004710817 (ISBN 10) and 9789004710818 (ISBN 13).

This book provides a history of Prussian state patriotism from the Seven Years’ War (1756–1763) until the Battle of Jena (1806). It argues that Prussian patriotism was not merely a prelude to German nationalism or a personality cult of Frederick the Great; rather, it was an inclusive and non-ethnic movement promoting ideals of citizenship, merit, and empowerment. Appealing to patriotism became a central method of promoting reform in a state governed by an absolute monarchy. Covering a turning point in early modern European intellectual history, this book provides a historical perspective for modern discussions on the relationship between patriotism and nationalism.