Memoirs of the Courts of Louis XV and XVI. — Volume 4: Being Secret Memoirs of Madame Du Hausset, Lady's Maid to Madame De Pompadour, and of the Princess Lamballe

Written in the late 18th century, 'Memoirs of the Courts of Louis XV and XVI, Volume 4' by Mme. Du Hausset offers a firsthand account of the French royal court's intrigues during the reigns of Louis XV and Louis XVI. The narrative focuses on key figures such as Marie Antoinette and the Princesse de Lamballe, revealing the political and personal complexities of the monarchy amid rising tensions that would lead to the Revolution. Through the author's intimate perspective, the memoir highlights the challenges faced by the royal family, particularly regarding public perception and internal court dynamics.