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Orléans, Charlotte-Elisabeth, duchesse d', 1652-1722 |
| Title |
Memoirs of the Court of Louis XIV. and of the Regency — Complete
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 73.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by David Widger
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| 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.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
DC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco
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| Subject |
France -- Court and courtiers
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| Subject |
Louis XIV, King of France, 1638-1715
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| Subject |
Orléans, Charlotte-Elisabeth, duchesse d', 1652-1722
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| Subject |
France -- History -- Bourbons, 1589-1789
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
3859 |
| Release Date |
Aug 25, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 27, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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