The Sun King: Louis Xiv At Versailles
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
Nancy Mitford's The Sun King: Louis XIV At Versailles presents a vivid and engaging portrait of one of history's most iconic monarchs. This historical biography chronicles the opulent reign of Louis XIV, detailing his transformation of a hunting lodge into the magnificent Palace of Versailles and the intricate court life that unfolded within its walls. Mitford's signature wit and keen eye for social dynamics illustrate the political machinations, personal dramas, and cultural splendor that defined the era. The narrative captures the essence of the Sun King's absolute power and his profound impact on French society and European politics. It offers readers an intimate and entertaining look into the grandeur and complexities of 17th-century France.
Author: Nancy Mitford
Format: Paperback
Published: 1976, George Weidenfeld and Nicolson Limited
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
Nancy Mitford's The Sun King: Louis XIV At Versailles presents a vivid and engaging portrait of one of history's most iconic monarchs. This historical biography chronicles the opulent reign of Louis XIV, detailing his transformation of a hunting lodge into the magnificent Palace of Versailles and the intricate court life that unfolded within its walls. Mitford's signature wit and keen eye for social dynamics illustrate the political machinations, personal dramas, and cultural splendor that defined the era. The narrative captures the essence of the Sun King's absolute power and his profound impact on French society and European politics. It offers readers an intimate and entertaining look into the grandeur and complexities of 17th-century France.