Memoirs of Madame la Marquise de Montespan — Volume 1 by Madame de Montespan

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Author Montespan, Madame de, 1641-1707
Title Memoirs of Madame la Marquise de Montespan — Volume 1
Note Reading ease score: 66.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "Memoirs of Madame la Marquise de Montespan — Volume 1" by Madame de Montespan is a collection of autobiographical memoirs written in the 17th century during the tumultuous period of Louis XIV's reign. This historical account provides insight into the extravagant court life of France, focusing on the experiences and observations of Madame de Montespan, a significant figure in the royal court and a mistress of the king. The memoirs serve both as a personal narrative and a broader commentary on the relationships, rivalries, and social dynamics of the time, showcasing the complexities of love, power, and status. In this first volume, Madame de Montespan reflects on her early life, marriage to the Marquis de Montespan, and her subsequent rise to prominence at court. She details her interactions with other key figures of the time, including Mademoiselle de la Vallière and the king himself, revealing both the public facade and the private struggles that accompanied her position. With sharp wit and a keen understanding of human nature, she navigates the politics of the court, explores her tumultuous relationship with her husband, and recounts the intrigues surrounding her affair with Louis XIV. Through her personal anecdotes, readers gain a vivid picture of the opulence and fragility of courtly life in the age of absolute monarchy, alongside an examination of the societal expectations placed on women. (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. 3847
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 9, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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