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Title: Memoirs of the Court of Louis XIV. and of the Regency — Complete
Note: Reading ease score: 73.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: Produced by David Widger
Summary: "Memoirs of the Court of Louis XIV. and of the Regency — Complete" by Orléans is a historical account believed to have been written in the early 19th century. This memoir is presented as the secret writings of Madame Elizabeth-Charlotte of Bavaria, Duchesse d'Orleans, who provides an intimate glimpse into the life, politics, and intrigues of the French court during the reign of Louis XIV and the subsequent regency. The work showcases her personal experiences, thoughts, and vivid recollections of key figures at court, providing a unique female perspective on a famously male-dominated narrative. The opening of this memoir commences with a preface, detailing the author’s intention to provide a more authentic edition of her correspondence and experiences. The Duchesse reflects on her unsought position in France, her reluctance to engage in courtly politics, and her contentment with a quieter existence. She expresses frank observations on the court's dynamics, her family, and her own experiences of perceived unattractiveness and personal quirks. Her self-deprecating humor shines through as she describes numerous anecdotes from her life, including her views on other prominent courtiers, including her husband and Louis XIV, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of court life in subsequent sections. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Orléans, Charlotte-Elisabeth, duchesse d', 1652-1722
EBook No.: 3859
Published: Aug 25, 2004
Downloads: 310
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.
This edition has images.
Title: Memoirs of the Court of Louis XIV. and of the Regency — Complete
Note: Reading ease score: 73.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: Produced by David Widger
Summary: "Memoirs of the Court of Louis XIV. and of the Regency — Complete" by Orléans is a historical account believed to have been written in the early 19th century. This memoir is presented as the secret writings of Madame Elizabeth-Charlotte of Bavaria, Duchesse d'Orleans, who provides an intimate glimpse into the life, politics, and intrigues of the French court during the reign of Louis XIV and the subsequent regency. The work showcases her personal experiences, thoughts, and vivid recollections of key figures at court, providing a unique female perspective on a famously male-dominated narrative. The opening of this memoir commences with a preface, detailing the author’s intention to provide a more authentic edition of her correspondence and experiences. The Duchesse reflects on her unsought position in France, her reluctance to engage in courtly politics, and her contentment with a quieter existence. She expresses frank observations on the court's dynamics, her family, and her own experiences of perceived unattractiveness and personal quirks. Her self-deprecating humor shines through as she describes numerous anecdotes from her life, including her views on other prominent courtiers, including her husband and Louis XIV, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of court life in subsequent sections. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Orléans, Charlotte-Elisabeth, duchesse d', 1652-1722
EBook No.: 3859
Published: Aug 25, 2004
Downloads: 310
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.