Memoirs of Louis XIV and His Court and of the Regency - Volume 13

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Saint-Simon, Louis de Rouvroy, duc de, 1675-1755

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Memoirs of Louis XIV and His Court and of the Regency - Volume 13" by Saint-Simon is a historical account written in the early 18th century. The work primarily reflects on the court life during the reign of Louis XIV and the subsequent Regency period, capturing the intrigues, scandals, and noteworthy figures of that era. The opening portion of this memoir introduces the Marquise de Charlus and an amusing incident involving her at a gambling event, setting a tone of satire amidst the memoir's serious reflections. It elaborates on her reactions to being humiliated and the broader context of courtly life, including discussions of poetry that stirred political tensions. The narrative shifts to highlight the challenges faced by the Duc d'Orleans, exploring the societal dynamics at play as the characters navigate the intersection of personal and political agendas during the volatile Regency period, which culminates in conflicts with figures like Pere Tellier and the Jesuits, illustrating the complexities of power and influence at the French court. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by David Widger

Notes:

Reading ease score: 62.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2004-12-03