Recollections Of A Page At The Court Of Louis XVI (1873)

By Felix Count De France D'Hezecques

Book Overview

""Recollections Of A Page At The Court Of Louis XVI"" is a memoir written by Felix Count De France D'Hezecques, detailing his experiences as a page at the court of King Louis XVI of France. The book was originally published in 1873 and provides a fascinating glimpse into the daily life of the French court during the late 18th century.D'Hezecques provides a firsthand account of the opulence and extravagance of the French court, including the lavish parties, elegant balls, and sumptuous feasts. He also describes the political climate of the time, including the tensions between the aristocracy and the common people, and the growing unrest that would eventually lead to the French Revolution.Throughout the book, D'Hezecques shares his personal experiences and interactions with the royal family, including King Louis XVI and his wife, Queen Marie Antoinette. He also provides insights into the lives of other notable figures at the court, such as the Duke of Orleans and the Countess de Polignac.Overall, ""Recollections Of A Page At The Court Of Louis XVI"" is a fascinating and insightful memoir that provides a unique perspective on one of the most tumultuous periods in French history.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: 1120022878
• ISBN13: 9781120022875
• Release Date: August 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 352 Pages
• Weight: 1.04 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"