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Title: Memoirs of Madame la Marquise de Montespan — Volume 4
Note: Reading ease score: 66.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: Produced by David Widger
Summary: "Memoirs of Madame la Marquise de Montespan — Volume 4" by Madame de Montespan is a historical account likely written in the late 17th century. This volume offers insights into the court life during the reign of Louis XIV and delves into the personal experiences and observations of Madame de Montespan, a prominent figure in the king’s court. The likely topic of this volume focuses on intertwining personal narratives of love, betrayal, and the complexities of aristocratic life, particularly through the stories surrounding the marriages and relationships within the French nobility. The opening of this volume introduces President de Nesmond and his unfortunate relationship with his wife, Clorinde, who passionately loves a young Spaniard, Melladoro. As their relationship unfolds, President de Nesmond's struggles to maintain his dignity and authority become evident, leading to a series of emotional and tragic events. Clorinde’s obsessive attachment to Melladoro, coupled with her husband’s attempts to navigate the complexities of their marriage, establishes a narrative rich in emotional turmoil and societal commentary. This personal story serves as a reflection on the broader themes of love and the sacrifices individuals make amid societal expectations in the court of Louis XIV. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Montespan, Madame de, 1641-1707
EBook No.: 3850
Published: Dec 2, 2004
Downloads: 37
Language: English
Subject: France -- Court and courtiers
Subject: Louis XIV, King of France, 1638-1715
Subject: Montespan, Françoise-Athénaïs de Rochechouart de Mortemart, marquise de, 1641-1707
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Memoirs of Madame la Marquise de Montespan — Volume 4
Note: Reading ease score: 66.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: Produced by David Widger
Summary: "Memoirs of Madame la Marquise de Montespan — Volume 4" by Madame de Montespan is a historical account likely written in the late 17th century. This volume offers insights into the court life during the reign of Louis XIV and delves into the personal experiences and observations of Madame de Montespan, a prominent figure in the king’s court. The likely topic of this volume focuses on intertwining personal narratives of love, betrayal, and the complexities of aristocratic life, particularly through the stories surrounding the marriages and relationships within the French nobility. The opening of this volume introduces President de Nesmond and his unfortunate relationship with his wife, Clorinde, who passionately loves a young Spaniard, Melladoro. As their relationship unfolds, President de Nesmond's struggles to maintain his dignity and authority become evident, leading to a series of emotional and tragic events. Clorinde’s obsessive attachment to Melladoro, coupled with her husband’s attempts to navigate the complexities of their marriage, establishes a narrative rich in emotional turmoil and societal commentary. This personal story serves as a reflection on the broader themes of love and the sacrifices individuals make amid societal expectations in the court of Louis XIV. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Montespan, Madame de, 1641-1707
EBook No.: 3850
Published: Dec 2, 2004
Downloads: 37
Language: English
Subject: France -- Court and courtiers
Subject: Louis XIV, King of France, 1638-1715
Subject: Montespan, Françoise-Athénaïs de Rochechouart de Mortemart, marquise de, 1641-1707
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.