Saint-Simon: The Memoirs Of Louis De Rouvroy, Duc De Saint-Simon, Covering The Years 1691-1723
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: Louis De Rouvroy, Duc De Saint-Simon
Binding: Hardback
Published: The Heritage Press, 1959
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Slipcase: Worn
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Sandglass pamphlet and foldout family tree laid-in.
Saint-Simon: The Memoirs Of Louis De Rouvroy, Duc De Saint-Simon, Covering The Years 1691-1723 presents an unparalleled, intimate chronicle of the French court during the twilight of Louis XIV's reign and the subsequent Regency. This monumental work uncovers the intricate web of political machinations, social hierarchies, and personal rivalries that defined Versailles. The author, a keen observer and participant, details the lives of kings, queens, and courtiers with vivid prose and often biting wit. It argues for a particular perspective on the era, offering a critical yet deeply personal account of a pivotal period in French history. This essential historical document illustrates the grandeur and decay of an absolute monarchy through the eyes of one of its most perceptive witnesses.
Author: Louis De Rouvroy, Duc De Saint-Simon
Binding: Hardback
Published: The Heritage Press, 1959
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Slipcase: Worn
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Sandglass pamphlet and foldout family tree laid-in.
Saint-Simon: The Memoirs Of Louis De Rouvroy, Duc De Saint-Simon, Covering The Years 1691-1723 presents an unparalleled, intimate chronicle of the French court during the twilight of Louis XIV's reign and the subsequent Regency. This monumental work uncovers the intricate web of political machinations, social hierarchies, and personal rivalries that defined Versailles. The author, a keen observer and participant, details the lives of kings, queens, and courtiers with vivid prose and often biting wit. It argues for a particular perspective on the era, offering a critical yet deeply personal account of a pivotal period in French history. This essential historical document illustrates the grandeur and decay of an absolute monarchy through the eyes of one of its most perceptive witnesses.