Memoirs of Madame la Marquise de Montespan — Volume 6 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 6 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 65.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by David Widger |
| Summary | "Memoirs of Madame la Marquise de Montespan — Volume 6" by Madame de Montespan is a historical memoir written in the 17th century, during the reign of Louis XIV of France. The book provides a detailed and personal account of the court life, intrigues, and events of the era, particularly from the perspective of Madame de Montespan, who was a prominent figure in the king's court and his former mistress. The opening of the memoir introduces us to a period during which the court embarks on a journey through Picardy and Flanders, where the king seeks entertainment and political maneuvering amidst various festivities. Madame de Montespan reflects on her excluded status from these royal diversions and her waning influence in the king's life following the death of another favorite. Through her introspective musings, we gain insights into her emotional turmoil regarding her place in the court, the dynamics between her and the newly favored Madame de Maintenon, as well as the evolving relationships that define the king’s affections. The beginning sets the stage for a narrative rich with courtly intrigue, personal reflection, and the nuances of power during one of France’s most opulent historical periods. (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. | 3852 |
| Release Date | Dec 2, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 9, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 87 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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