Memoirs of Madame de Motteville, Vol. 1 (Classic Reprint)

By Françoise Bertaut de Motteville

Book Overview

Memoirs of Madame De Motteville V1 is a book written by Francoise De Motteville and first published in 1899. It is a memoir that recounts the experiences of the author, who served as a lady-in-waiting to Queen Anne of Austria, the wife of King Louis XIII of France. The book covers the period of the French court during the 17th century, including the reigns of Louis XIII and Louis XIV, and provides an intimate look into the lives of the royal family and their courtiers. The memoirs offer insights into the political intrigues, social customs, and cultural practices of the time, as well as the personal relationships and rivalries that existed among the courtiers. Madame De Motteville's writing style is engaging and vivid, bringing to life the characters and events of the era. The first volume of the book covers the period from 1611 to 1635, and includes details about the upbringing of Louis XIII, his marriage to Anne of Austria, and the early years of their reign. Overall, Memoirs of Madame De Motteville V1 is a valuable historical document that provides a unique perspective on the French court during the 17th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may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: 1104145537
• ISBN13: 9781104145538
• Release Date: March 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 404 Pages
• Weight: 1.52 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 7.5" x 9.3"