Memoirs of Madame de Motteville Volume 1 is a historical book written by Francoise de Motteville. The book is a first-hand account of the life and times of the French court during the 17th century. Madame de Motteville was a close friend and confidante of Anne of Austria, the queen consort of King Louis XIII of France. She was also a witness to the reign of King Louis XIV, who succeeded his father on the throne.The book is divided into several chapters,...