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100 1 _aHamilton, Anthony, Count,
_d1646?-1720
245 1 4 _aThe Memoirs of Count Grammont — Complete
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2004
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2004-10-27
508 _aProduced by David Widger
520 _a"The Memoirs of Count Grammont — Complete" by Count Anthony Hamilton is a historical memoir written in the late 17th century. It chronicles the life and exploits of the Chevalier de Grammont, highlighting his adventures at the court of Louis XIV and his encounters with various figures of his time. The work combines themes of military campaigns, romantic affairs, and social intrigues, showcasing how the Count navigates both war and courtly life with wit and charm. At the start of the memoir, the author introduces the Chevalier Grammont as he arrives at the siege of Trino, where he quickly becomes known for his charisma and humor amid the drudgery of military life. The narrative captures his interactions with both fellow soldiers and local officers as they engage in extravagant feasting and gambling to distract from the strain of the siege. The lively and engaging style of the writing sets the tone for what promises to be a captivating account filled with clever observations and entertaining anecdotes, painting a nuanced picture of a man whose fondness for pleasure often complicates his military duties. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aGramont, Philibert, comte de, 1621-1707
653 _aGreat Britain -- History -- Charles II, 1660-1685
653 _aGreat Britain -- Court and courtiers -- Early works to 1800
700 1 _aScott, Walter,
_d1771-1832
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/5416
999 _c47447
_d47447