Memoirs of Madame la Marquise de Montespan — Volume 5 by Madame de Montespan
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| Author | Montespan, Madame de, 1641-1707 |
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| Title | Memoirs of Madame la Marquise de Montespan — Volume 5 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 66.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by David Widger |
| Summary | "Memoirs of Madame la Marquise de Montespan — Volume 5" by Madame de Montespan is a historical memoir written during the late 17th century, chronicling the intricacies of life at the court of Louis XIV of France. The narrative unfolds through the personal experiences of Madame de Montespan, who was a prominent figure in the king's court, reflecting on her relationships, political maneuvers, and the social dynamics of the time. The opening portion of this volume introduces the political backdrop of the court, revealing interactions between prominent figures such as the Prince de Mont-Beliard and various chancellors. It sets a tone of political intrigue as Madame la Montespan navigates the complexities of court life, including her dealings regarding estates and titles, and explores the intertwining of personal loss and political gain. The narrative also touches on themes of ambition, loyalty, and the often painful realities of love and courtship, hinting at the personal struggles faced by the characters involved in the royal drama. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco |
| 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 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 3851 |
| Release Date | Dec 2, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 9, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 39 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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