The Bourbon Prince: The History Of The Royal Dauphin, Louis XVII Of France (1853)

By Alcide-Hyacinthe Du Bois de Beauchesne

Book Overview

The Bourbon Prince: The History Of The Royal Dauphin, Louis XVII Of France is a historical book written by Alcide Beauchesne and first published in 1853. The book is a detailed account of the life of Louis XVII, the son of King Louis XVI and Queen Marie Antoinette, who was imprisoned during the French Revolution and died at a young age. The book begins with the birth of Louis XVII and his upbringing in the royal court of Versailles. It then describes the events leading up to the French Revolution and the subsequent imprisonment of the royal family. The majority of the book focuses on Louis XVII's imprisonment and the various attempts to rescue him from his captors. Beauchesne draws from a variety of sources, including official documents, letters, and eyewitness accounts, to provide a comprehensive and accurate portrayal of Louis XVII's life. The book also delves into the political and social climate of France during this time period, providing context for the events that took place. Overall, The Bourbon Prince: The History Of The Royal Dauphin, Louis XVII Of France is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in French history or the life of Louis XVII.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: 1120730988
• ISBN13: 9781120730985
• Release Date: November 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 202 Pages
• Weight: 0.61 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"