02293cam a22003133u 4500 27056 UtSlPG 20260610133622.0 m cr n 260607r2008||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 DC Abbott, John S. C. (John Stevens Cabot), 1805-1877 Louis XIV. : Makers of History Series Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2008 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2008-10-26 Produced by D. Alexander and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "Louis XIV." by John S. C. Abbott is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book explores the life and reign of one of France's most famous monarchs, Louis XIV, providing insights into both his public achievements and his private struggles. Abbott aims to delve into the personal life of the king, presenting him as more than just a sovereign but as a man navigating through court intrigues, ambitions, and familial dynamics. The opening of the book introduces the complexities of Louis XIV's early life, beginning with the political landscape surrounding his birth as the son of Louis XIII and Anne of Austria. Abbott outlines the tensions in the royal marriage and the early challenges faced by the young king, including the corrupt court environment and his education under Cardinal Mazarin. The narrative paints a picture of the political turmoil of the period, detailing the interplay between the monarchy and the rebellious sentiments of the nobility. Through this early glimpse, the reader is invited into the intricate and tumultuous beginnings of what would become a long and impactful reign. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified France -- History -- Louis XIV, 1643-1715 Louis XIV, King of France, 1638-1715 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/27056 67965 67965