Old Paris: Its Court And Literary Salons

By Catherine Charlotte Jackson and Catherine Charlotte

Book Overview

""Old Paris: Its Court and Literary Salons"" is a historical book written by Catherine Charlotte Jackson that explores the cultural and social life of Paris during the 17th and 18th centuries. The book provides a detailed account of the court and literary salons that were popular during this time and highlights the influential figures that frequented them.The author delves into the lives of prominent figures such as Marie Antoinette, Madame de Pompadour, and Voltaire, and examines their impact on the cultural and political landscape of Paris. The book also provides insight into the lives of lesser-known individuals who played a significant role in shaping the city's social scene.Through extensive research and vivid descriptions, ""Old Paris: Its Court and Literary Salons"" transports readers back in time to experience the vibrant and sophisticated atmosphere of Parisian society. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in French history and culture, particularly those fascinated by the city's rich literary and artistic traditions.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: 1163245410
• ISBN13: 9781163245415
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 400 Pages
• Weight: 1.17 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"