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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.)
Author: Montespan, Madame de, 1641-1707
EBook No.: 3851
Published: Dec 2, 2004
Downloads: 39
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 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.)
Author: Montespan, Madame de, 1641-1707
EBook No.: 3851
Published: Dec 2, 2004
Downloads: 39
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.