Brother to the Sun King: Philippe, Duke of Orleans
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Author: Nancy Nichols Barker
Format: Hardback
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Brother to the Sun King: Philippe, Duke of Orleans is a biography of Philippe of France, the younger brother of Louis XIV, the Sun King, and the founder of the House of Orleans. It is written by Nancy Nichols Barker, a professor of history and a specialist of French history. It covers PhilippeÕs life from his birth in 1640 to his death in 1701, highlighting his role and influence in the court, the army, the politics, and the culture of the 17th century France. It also explores his personal and sexual identity, his relationships with his family and his lovers, and his reputation and legacy. It is a fascinating and well-researched work of biography. Published by Baltimore, Johns Hopkins University, 1989. 317pp., Condition Remarks: Good with light foxing, , Dust Jacket: good with general shelf wear. Some tears along the spine and edges., Pages intact, no marks, notes or highlighting, ,
Author: Nancy Nichols Barker
Format: Hardback
:
Brother to the Sun King: Philippe, Duke of Orleans is a biography of Philippe of France, the younger brother of Louis XIV, the Sun King, and the founder of the House of Orleans. It is written by Nancy Nichols Barker, a professor of history and a specialist of French history. It covers PhilippeÕs life from his birth in 1640 to his death in 1701, highlighting his role and influence in the court, the army, the politics, and the culture of the 17th century France. It also explores his personal and sexual identity, his relationships with his family and his lovers, and his reputation and legacy. It is a fascinating and well-researched work of biography. Published by Baltimore, Johns Hopkins University, 1989. 317pp., Condition Remarks: Good with light foxing, , Dust Jacket: good with general shelf wear. Some tears along the spine and edges., Pages intact, no marks, notes or highlighting, ,
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NB: This is a secondhand book in very good condition. See our FAQs for more information. Photo is of the actual book - please note wear and tear. A description of our secondhand books is not always available. Please contact us if you have a question about this title.
Author: Nancy Nichols Barker
Format: Hardback
:
Brother to the Sun King: Philippe, Duke of Orleans is a biography of Philippe of France, the younger brother of Louis XIV, the Sun King, and the founder of the House of Orleans. It is written by Nancy Nichols Barker, a professor of history and a specialist of French history. It covers PhilippeÕs life from his birth in 1640 to his death in 1701, highlighting his role and influence in the court, the army, the politics, and the culture of the 17th century France. It also explores his personal and sexual identity, his relationships with his family and his lovers, and his reputation and legacy. It is a fascinating and well-researched work of biography. Published by Baltimore, Johns Hopkins University, 1989. 317pp., Condition Remarks: Good with light foxing, , Dust Jacket: good with general shelf wear. Some tears along the spine and edges., Pages intact, no marks, notes or highlighting, ,
Author: Nancy Nichols Barker
Format: Hardback
:
Brother to the Sun King: Philippe, Duke of Orleans is a biography of Philippe of France, the younger brother of Louis XIV, the Sun King, and the founder of the House of Orleans. It is written by Nancy Nichols Barker, a professor of history and a specialist of French history. It covers PhilippeÕs life from his birth in 1640 to his death in 1701, highlighting his role and influence in the court, the army, the politics, and the culture of the 17th century France. It also explores his personal and sexual identity, his relationships with his family and his lovers, and his reputation and legacy. It is a fascinating and well-researched work of biography. Published by Baltimore, Johns Hopkins University, 1989. 317pp., Condition Remarks: Good with light foxing, , Dust Jacket: good with general shelf wear. Some tears along the spine and edges., Pages intact, no marks, notes or highlighting, ,
Brother to the Sun King: Philippe, Duke of Orleans
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