Memoirs of Louis XIV and His Court and of the Regency — Volume 12
1755
Memoirs of Louis XIV and His Court and of the Regency — Volume 12
Louis de Rouvroy, duc de Saint-Simon
1755
Biographies, History - European, History - Royalty
Memoirs of Louis XIV and His Court and of the Regency — Volume 12, written by Louis de Rouvroy, duc de Saint-Simon and first published in 1755, provides a detailed historical account of the French court during the reign of Louis XIV and the subsequent regency period. This volume focuses on the political intrigues and personal dynamics of the era, particularly the rise of Cardinal Alberoni in Spain and the court's response, including the actions of the Duke of Orleans. It captures the complexities of power struggles and the impact of these events on France's political landscape.
