Diane de Poitiers by M. Capefigue

"Diane de Poitiers" by M. Capefigue is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. The book explores the life and influence of Diane de Poitiers, a notable figure in the French Renaissance, particularly during the reign of Henri II. It delves into her role as a patron of the arts and her timeless legacy intertwined with prominent artists of her era. The opening portion of the narrative introduces Diane de Poitiers and her distinguished position within the historical context of the Renaissance. It describes her relationships with influential figures such as Henri II and Catherine de Médicis, highlighting the artistic blossoming during their time. The text emphasizes Diane's captivating beauty and charm, as well as her reputed governance over the young king, framing her character against the backdrop of a vibrant cultural renaissance marked by notable artists and monumental achievements in France. This introduction establishes her as a central character, setting the stage for an exploration of her life and influences on the arts and society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Capefigue, M. (Jean Baptiste Honoré Raymond), 1802-1872
LoC No. 11028550
Title Diane de Poitiers
Credits Produced by Hélène de Mink and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was
produced from images generously made available by The
Internet Archive)
Reading Level Reading ease score: 58.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Language French
LoC Class DC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco
Subject Poitiers, Diane de, Duchess of Valentinois, 1499-1566
Category Text
eBook-No. 39953
Release Date
Last Update Jun 11, 2012
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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