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100 1 _aSaint-Simon, Louis de Rouvroy, duc de,
_d1675-1755
245 1 0 _aMemoirs of Louis XIV and His Court and of the Regency — Volume 14
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2004
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2004-12-03
508 _aProduced by David Widger
520 _a"Mémoires of Louis XIV and His Court and of the Regency — Volume 14" by the Duke of Saint-Simon is a historical account most likely written in the early 18th century. The volume provides intimate reflections and observations from the court of Louis XIV and the Regency period, focusing on the intricate dynamics of power and personal relationships among French nobility, and European courts during a transformative historical period. The opening of this volume sets the stage by presenting a significant familial conflict between King George of England and his son, the Prince of Wales, underscoring the ensuing scandal that captivates both the English and French courts. The narrative showcases the personalities involved, including the manipulative Archbishop Dubois, who seeks favor and rank, and the intelligent and conciliatory Princess of Wales, who plays a pivotal role in attempting to reconcile her husband and son amidst court intrigues. With sharp commentary, the text unfolds various social and political events, highlighting how personal rivalries translate into broader political ramifications across Europe, thus painting a vivid picture of court life and the politics of the day. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aFrance -- Court and courtiers
653 _aFrance -- History -- Louis XIV, 1643-1715
653 _aFrance -- History -- Regency, 1715-1723
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/3873
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