Pompadour, Jeanne Antoinette Poisson, marquise de 1721-1764 creator text utu 2016 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Memoirs of the Marchioness of Pompadour (vol. 1 of 2)" by Pompadour is a historical account written in the mid-18th century. The memoirs provide a unique insider perspective on the court of France during the reign of Louis XV, detailing not only the personal life of the Marchioness but also the intricate politics, wars, treaties, and court intrigues that significantly influenced European affairs at that time. The opening of the memoirs introduces the Marchioness's intent to provide a vivid portrayal of her experiences and the workings of the French court, emphasizing her unique position as a favored mistress of Louis XV. She reflects on her rise to power, her observations of various key individuals within the court, and the political machinations surrounding them. As she begins to recount her experiences, Pompadour addresses public misconceptions about her character and influence, positioning her narrative as essential for understanding the complex relationships and events that shaped her era. Through her personal insights, the early chapters lay the groundwork for an exploration of the significant political and social dynamics of 18th-century France. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2016-05-05 Produced by Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images available at The Internet Archive) Original publication data not identified France -- Court and courtiers Pompadour, Jeanne Antoinette Poisson, marquise de, 1721-1764 France -- History -- Louis XV, 1715-1774 DC Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/52003 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/52003 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134210.0 52003