The Duchess of Berry and the Court of Charles X by Imbert de Saint-Amand
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"The Duchess of Berry and the Court of Charles X" by Imbert de Saint-Amand is a historical account likely written in the late 19th century. The book provides a detailed examination of the social and political landscape of early 19th-century France, particularly concerning the court of Charles X and his relationship with key royal figures, including the Duchess of Berry. At the start of this work, the narrative begins with the historical
backdrop of the death of Louis XVIII and the immediate events surrounding the accession of Charles X as King of France. The opening portion paints a vivid picture of the royal court gathered around the dying king, showcasing the emotions and reactions of the courtiers, especially the newly ascended monarch's family members. Through intimate moments and reflections by characters like the Duchess of Berry and the Duke of Angouleme, the text sets the stage for the ensuing reign characterized by optimism and expectations from the royal family, illustrating the transitional period of monarchy in France against a backdrop of previous revolutions and societal change. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Imbert de Saint-Amand, 1834-1900 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Duchess of Berry and the Court of Charles X |
| Credits |
Produced by Robert Rowe, Charles Franks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team. HTML version by Al Haines. |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 68.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco |
| Subject | France -- History -- Restoration, 1814-1830 |
| Subject | Berry, Marie-Caroline de Bourbon-Sicile, duchesse de, 1798-1870 |
| Subject | Charles X, King of France, 1757-1836 |
| Subject | France -- History -- Charles X, 1824-1830 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 4289 |
| Release Date | Jul 1, 2003 |
| Last Update | Dec 27, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 711 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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