A vivid look at 18th‑century court life through the eyes of Madame du Barri, mixing charm, scandal, and real political influence.
Discover how a controversial social figure navigated Versailles and built a lasting legacy.
Madame du Barri is presented here as part of a larger collection of instructive and amusing lives told by the principals themselves. This edition follows her adventures, intrigues, and relationships at the French court, offering a window into the social networks, rivalries, and power dynamics that shaped an era. Enjoy a narrative that blends personal episodes with the broader currents of French history, told in a lively memoir style."synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
Seller: Forgotten Books, London, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is a memoir by Madame du Barry, the mistress of Louis XV. It provides a unique insight into the lavish and scandalous world of the French court in the 18th century. The author spares no detail in recounting her rise to power, her relationships with the king and other members of the court, and the intrigues and rivalries that surrounded her. The book is not just a salacious tell-all, however. Du Barry also offers her own unique perspective on the political and social landscape of her time. She discusses the tension between the monarchy and the aristocracy, the growing power of the middle class, and the changing role of women in society. Ultimately, this book is a fascinating and revealing portrait of one of the most notorious women in history. It offers a glimpse into a world of luxury, excess, and intrigue, and provides a valuable perspective on the social and political forces that shaped 18th-century France. 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 # 9781330885871_0
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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9781330885871
Seller: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, United Kingdom
PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9781330885871
Quantity: 15 available