Marie Antoinette

by Philippe de Montjouvent

Book Overview

Marie Antoinette is a historical biography written by Marquis De Segur. The book provides a detailed account of the life of Marie Antoinette, the Queen of France, from her childhood in Austria to her tragic end during the French Revolution. The author explores the political and social climate of the time, giving readers a glimpse into the opulent lifestyle of the French aristocracy and the tensions between the ruling class and the common people. The book also delves into the personal life of Marie Antoinette, including her marriage to King Louis XVI, her role as a mother, and her infamous reputation as a spendthrift and fashion icon.De Segur's writing style is engaging and informative, making the book an accessible read for both history buffs and casual readers. The author provides a balanced perspective on Marie Antoinette, highlighting both her strengths and weaknesses, and shedding light on the complex political and social forces that ultimately led to her downfall.Overall, Marie Antoinette is a fascinating and well-researched biography that offers a comprehensive look at one of the most iconic figures in French history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1432574930
• ISBN13: 9781432574932
• Release Date: March 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 340 Pages
• Weight: 1.10 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"