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Title: Memoirs of the Court of Louis XIV. and of the Regency — Volume 04

Note: Reading ease score: 73.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Credits: Produced by David Widger

Summary: "Memoirs of the Court of Louis XIV. and of the Regency — Volume 04" by Orléans is a historical account thought to have been written in the early 18th century. This volume delves into intriguing anecdotes and detailed observations from the extravagant court life during the reign of Louis XIV and the subsequent regency, providing a vivid portrayal of the personalities and intrigues that characterized this era. At the start of the memoirs, readers are introduced to a series of notable figures, including Victor Amadeus II of Sicily and the Grand Duchess of Florence. The narrative captures the reflects the complexities of their relationships, from the King’s quarrels with his mistresses to the Grand Duchess's yearning to escape her marital confines. The author, Madame Elizabeth-Charlotte of Bavaria, offers candid insights into courtly dynamics, such as jealousy, devotion, and ambition, particularly highlighting her observations on her family's affairs and the colorful personalities that populated the royal circles, effectively setting the stage for a captivating exploration of 18th-century French court life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Orléans, Charlotte-Elisabeth, duchesse d', 1652-1722

EBook No.: 3858

Published: Dec 3, 2004

Downloads: 61

Language: English

Subject: France -- Court and courtiers

Subject: Louis XIV, King of France, 1638-1715

Subject: Orléans, Charlotte-Elisabeth, duchesse d', 1652-1722

Subject: France -- History -- Bourbons, 1589-1789

LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

urn:gutenberg:3858:2 2004-12-03T00:00:00+00:00 Public domain in the USA. Orléans, Charlotte-Elisabeth, duchesse d' en 1
2024-11-10T00:10:39Z Memoirs of the Court of Louis XIV. and of the Regency — Volume 04

This edition has images.

Title: Memoirs of the Court of Louis XIV. and of the Regency — Volume 04

Note: Reading ease score: 73.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Credits: Produced by David Widger

Summary: "Memoirs of the Court of Louis XIV. and of the Regency — Volume 04" by Orléans is a historical account thought to have been written in the early 18th century. This volume delves into intriguing anecdotes and detailed observations from the extravagant court life during the reign of Louis XIV and the subsequent regency, providing a vivid portrayal of the personalities and intrigues that characterized this era. At the start of the memoirs, readers are introduced to a series of notable figures, including Victor Amadeus II of Sicily and the Grand Duchess of Florence. The narrative captures the reflects the complexities of their relationships, from the King’s quarrels with his mistresses to the Grand Duchess's yearning to escape her marital confines. The author, Madame Elizabeth-Charlotte of Bavaria, offers candid insights into courtly dynamics, such as jealousy, devotion, and ambition, particularly highlighting her observations on her family's affairs and the colorful personalities that populated the royal circles, effectively setting the stage for a captivating exploration of 18th-century French court life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Orléans, Charlotte-Elisabeth, duchesse d', 1652-1722

EBook No.: 3858

Published: Dec 3, 2004

Downloads: 61

Language: English

Subject: France -- Court and courtiers

Subject: Louis XIV, King of France, 1638-1715

Subject: Orléans, Charlotte-Elisabeth, duchesse d', 1652-1722

Subject: France -- History -- Bourbons, 1589-1789

LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

urn:gutenberg:3858:3 2004-12-03T00:00:00+00:00 Public domain in the USA. Orléans, Charlotte-Elisabeth, duchesse d' en 1