Excerpt from The Presentation
France had long been accustomed to the rule, not of kings, but of favourites and ministers, and at the pres ent moment in the year of our Lord, 1770, she was under the rule of the most kind-hearted of women since the harmless La Valliere and the most upright min ister since Colbert.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is set against the vibrant backdrop of 18th-century France and Versailles. At its heart is the rivalry between Madame Dubarry, mistress to Louis XV, and the Duc de Choiseul, Louis's Prime Minister. The author deftly captures the lavish and decadent atmosphere of the French court, a world governed not by Kings but by favourites and ministers. The book explores themes of love, hate, ambition, and betrayal, and the lengths to which people will go to protect their power. It delves into the political machinations and personal vendettas that shaped the lives of Dubarry and Choiseul, shedding light on the often ruthless and treacherous nature of court life. Through a cast of vivid and unforgettable characters, this book offers a captivating insight into the human condition and the timeless struggle for power and influence, making it a must-read for anyone interested in French history, court intrigue, or the human drama. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780243257034_0
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