Memoirs Of The Court Of Louis XIV V1 (1819)

By Thomas Pike Lathy

Book Overview

Memoirs of the Court of Louis XIV V1 is a book written by Thomas Pike Lathy in 1819. The book is a detailed account of the court of Louis XIV, the Sun King, who ruled France from 1643 to 1715. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of the court, including the king's daily routine, his relationship with his family, his courtiers, and his mistresses. The book also provides a detailed account of the court's social customs, etiquette, and ceremonies. The author draws on a variety of sources, including personal letters, diaries, and official documents, to provide a comprehensive and engaging portrait of life at the court of Louis XIV. The book is written in a lively and engaging style, making it both informative and entertaining. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in French history, the court of Louis XIV, or the social customs of the 17th century.In Three Volumes. Comprising Biography And Anecdotes Of The Most Celebrated Characters Of That Period, Styled The Augustan Era Of France.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: 1104650444
• ISBN13: 9781104650445
• Release Date: June 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 456 Pages
• Weight: 1.33 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"