Louis XIV et Marie Mancini d'après de nouveaux documents by R. de Chantelauze

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Author Chantelauze, R. de (Régis), 1821-1888
LoC No. 04003115
Title Louis XIV et Marie Mancini d'après de nouveaux documents
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Summary "Louis XIV et Marie Mancini d'après de nouveaux documents" by R. de Chantelauze is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book examines the passionate yet complicated love affair between Louis XIV of France and Marie Mancini, a niece of Cardinal Mazarin, drawing on newly discovered documents to shed light on their relationship and its political implications. Through the narrative, the book explores not only the romance but also the influence of court intrigues and familial ambitions in the backdrop of 17th-century France. The opening of the work sets the stage for this intricate tale by introducing the historical context and examining the dynamics between Louis XIV, Marie Mancini, and their powerful relatives. The text highlights the initial fascination the young king has for Marie as well as the societal pressures and political machinations at play, particularly the ambitions of Cardinal Mazarin. The narrative indicates the tentacles of ambition reaching out from the royal court to the personal lives of the lovers, hinting at the challenges they must navigate in pursuit of their desires. The stage is effectively set for a further exploration of their tumultuous love story, intertwined with the broader historical events of the time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language French
LoC Class DC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco
Subject Louis XIV, King of France, 1638-1715
Subject Mancini, Maria, 1639-1715
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EBook-No. 50633
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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