02323cam a22003373u 4500 43238 UtSlPG 20260610134006.0 m cr n 260607r2013||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 HV Funck-Brentano, Frantz, 1862-1947 Princes and Poisoners: Studies of the Court of Louis XIV Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2013 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2013-07-17 Produced by Chris Curnow, Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "Princes and Poisoners: Studies of the Court of Louis XIV" by Frantz Funck-Brentano is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book explores the dark, scandalous realm of the court during Louis XIV's reign, with a particular focus on infamous figures, including the Marquise de Brinvilliers, a notorious poisoner. It delves deeply into the intrigues, murders, and the sociopolitical atmosphere of the time, presenting both historical events and critical analysis of societal values. At the start of the book, the author introduces the Marquise de Brinvilliers as a striking figure in French judicial history, known for her involved and infamous criminal activities. Funck-Brentano hints at her complex personality and the profound impact of her actions within Louis XIV's court. It is suggested that the narrative will uncover the details of her life, her trial, and the cultural climate of poisonings that rocked the elite of France. The opening sets the tone for a gripping exploration of morality, power dynamics, and the human capacity for both charm and cruelty. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified France -- Court and courtiers France -- History -- Louis XIV, 1643-1715 Poisoners Maidment, George https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/43238 84077 84077