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The Court of Louis XV

The Court of Louis XV

Imbert de Saint-Amand

1893

History - European, History - Royalty

Translated by Elizabeth Gilbert, 1837- Martin

The Court of Louis XV, written by Imbert de Saint-Amand and first published in 1893, is a historical account that explores the dynamics of the French court during the reign of Louis XV from 1715 to 1774. The book highlights the influential roles of women, such as Queen Marie Leczinska and Madame de Pompadour, in shaping the political and social landscape of Versailles. It provides insight into the complexities of court life, the power struggles following Louis XIV's death, and the personal ambitions that characterized this tumultuous period in French history.

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