TY  - BOOK
AU  - Courtilz de Sandras,Gatien
TI  - Mémoires de Mr. d'Artagnan
AV  - DC 
PY  - 2009///
CY  - Salt Lake City, UT
PB  - Project Gutenberg
KW  - France -- History -- Louis XIV, 1643-1715
KW  - Artagnan, Charles de Batz-Castelmore, comte d', 1613?-1673
N1  - Release date is 2009-01-24; Produced by Carlo Traverso, Rénald Lévesque and the Online
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N2  - "Mémoires de Mr. d'Artagnan" by Gatien Courtilz de Sandras is a historical account written in the late 17th century. The book recounts the life and adventures of d'Artagnan, a young Gascon gentleman who aspires to join the King's Musketeers, amid the political intrigues and social challenges of his time. This foundational narrative presents themes of honor, bravery, and the complexities of friendship within the context of loyalty to the king and nation.  The opening of this work sets the stage for d'Artagnan's journey, introducing readers to his humble beginnings and experiences as a young man filled with ambition. Despite his noble lineage, he is destitute and eagerly sets out for Paris, motivated by the stories of those who have found fortune and glory in the King's service. Encountering challenges from the start, he faces an altercation that results in a humiliating defeat, hinting at the trials ahead as he navigates the perilous world of 17th-century French society while seeking to prove his worth. Active discussions about dueling and honor unfold, establishing an exciting narrative that will capture the interest of those intrigued by tales of adventure and valor. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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ER  -