| Author |
Du Hausset, Mme., 1713-1801 |
| Author |
Lamballe, Marie Thérèse Louise de Savoie-Carignan, princesse de, 1749-1792 |
| Title |
Memoirs of the Courts of Louis XV and XVI. — Volume 6
Being secret memoirs of Madame Du Hausset, lady's maid to Madame de Pompadour, and of the Princess Lamballe
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| Credits |
Produced by David Widger
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| Summary |
"Memoirs of the Courts of Louis XV and XVI — Volume 6" by Du Hausset and Lamballe is a historical account likely written during the late 18th century. This volume captures the tumultuous events surrounding the French Revolution, detailing the experiences of the royal court, especially focusing on figures such as Marie Antoinette, Madame de Pompadour, and the Duc d'Orleans, amidst escalating political unrest. The opening of the memoir delves into the unrest following the dismissal of M. Necker, a beloved finance minister, which incited riots among the populace. It vividly recounts the storming of the Bastille and the ensuing chaos that enveloped Versailles, depicting the Queen's deep despair and calls for a reconciliation between the monarchy and the people. The narrative reveals the heightened tensions and fears faced by the royal family, as they navigate the treacherous political landscape, emphasizing the fragility of their situation and the complexities of their relationships with allies and enemies alike. The portrayal of Marie Antoinette's emotional turmoil and her desperate attempts to protect her family sets a compelling stage for the dramatic events that follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
DC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco
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| Subject |
France -- Court and courtiers
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| Subject |
Pompadour, Jeanne Antoinette Poisson, marquise de, 1721-1764
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| Subject |
Marie Antoinette, Queen, consort of Louis XVI, King of France, 1755-1793
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
3881 |
| Release Date |
Dec 3, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 9, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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