The Rise And Fall Of Marie Antoinette

Author : Geri Walton
Publisher : Pen and Sword
Page : 345 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2016-09-30
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781473853348

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Marie Antoinette's Confidante by Geri Walton Pdf

The true story of the woman who befriended the last queen of France—and the price she paid for her devotion. Perhaps no one knew Marie Antoinette better than one of her closest confidantes, Marie Thérèse, the Princess de Lamballe. The princess became superintendent of the queen’s household in 1774, and through her relationship with Marie Antoinette, she gained a unique perspective of the lavishness and daily intrigue at Versailles. Born into the famous House of Savoy in Turin, Italy, Marie Thérèse was married at the age of seventeen to the Prince de Lamballe, heir to one of the richest fortunes in France. He transported her to the gold-leafed and glittering chandeliered halls of the Château de Versailles, where she soon found herself immersed in the political and sexual scandals that surrounded the royal court. As the plotters and planners of Versailles sought, at all costs, to gain the favor of Louis XVI and his queen, the Princess de Lamballe was there to witness it all. This book reveals the Princess de Lamballe’s version of these events and is based on a wide variety of historical sources, helping to capture the waning days and grisly demise of the French monarchy. The story immerses you in a world of titillating sexual rumors, bloodthirsty revolutionaries, and hair-raising escape attempts—a must read for anyone interested in Marie Antoinette, the origins of the French Revolution, or life in the late eighteenth century.

Author : Angela Morris
Publisher : Independently Published
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2024-03-08
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9798884239913

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The Rise and Fall of Marie Antoinette by Angela Morris Pdf

Dubbed "MADAME DÉFICIT" by the public and her opponents at court, and the infamous Queen who said, "Let them eat cake", Marie Antoinette, the last Queen of France before the French Revolution brought the monarchy down, is a historically controversial figure. She is depicted in history as the extravagant Queen who pushed France into economic difficulty, which resulted in her horrible execution. But was Marie Antoinette really the frivolous monarch that the revolutionaries represented her to be, or was she just an easy scapegoat while France was in economic turmoil? Embark on an unforgettable journey through the extravagant courts of Versailles with "The Rise and Fall of Marie Antoinette." In this spellbinding bestseller, the captivating story of the controversial French Queen comes to life with all the drama, scandal, and opulence of the 18th century. As you turn the pages, you'll be transported into a world where Marie Antoinette's charm and charisma collided with the turbulence of revolution. This book is a front-row seat to the dazzling rise and tragic fall of a queen who defied convention and faced the relentless tides of change. Author Angela Morris weaves a narrative that is as engaging as it is informative. Through her expert storytelling, the complexities of Marie Antoinette's life unfold, from her enchanting early years to the challenges of royal responsibilities and the growing unrest in France. Morris doesn't just recount history; she invites you to witness the glamour, the intrigue, and the heart-wrenching moments that shaped the Queen's destiny. Prepare to be captivated by this exploration of Marie Antoinette's extraordinary life. This book promises an immersive experience that will leave you enthralled with the indomitable spirit of Marie Antoinette. Don't miss your chance to unravel this captivating saga-order your copy of "The Rise and Fall of Marie Antoinette" today !!!

Author : Geri Walton
Publisher : Pen and Sword
Page : 281 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2016-09-30
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781473853331

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Marie Antoinette's Confidante by Geri Walton Pdf

Marie Antoinette has always fascinated readers worldwide. Yet perhaps no one knew her better than one of her closest confidantes, Marie Thérèse, the Princess de Lamballe. The Princess became superintendent of the Queen’s household in 1774, and through her relationship with Marie Antoinette, a unique perspective of the lavishness and daily intrigue at Versailles is exposed. Born into the famous House of Savoy in Turin, Italy, Marie Thérèse was married at the age of seventeen to the Prince de Lamballe; heir to one of the richest fortunes in France. He transported her to the gold-leafed and glittering chandeliered halls of the Château de Versailles, where she soon found herself immersed in the political and sexual scandals that surrounded the royal court. As the plotters and planners of Versailles sought, at all costs, to gain the favor of Louis XVI and his Queen, the Princess de Lamballe was there to witness it all. This book reveals the Princess de Lamballe’s version of these events and is based on a wide variety of historical sources, helping to capture the waning days and grisly demise of the French monarchy. The story immerses you in a world of titillating sexual rumors, bloodthirsty revolutionaries, and hair-raising escape attempts and is a must read for anyone interested in Marie Antoinette, the origins of the French Revolution, or life in the late 18th Century.

Author : Charles Duke Yonge
Publisher : DigiCat
Page : 509 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2022-09-16
Category : Fiction
ISBN : EAN:8596547357391

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The Life of Marie Antoinette, Queen of France by Charles Duke Yonge Pdf

DigiCat Publishing presents to you this special edition of "The Life of Marie Antoinette, Queen of France" by Charles Duke Yonge. DigiCat Publishing considers every written word to be a legacy of humankind. Every DigiCat book has been carefully reproduced for republishing in a new modern format. The books are available in print, as well as ebooks. DigiCat hopes you will treat this work with the acknowledgment and passion it deserves as a classic of world literature.

Author : Will Bashor
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 321 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 2020-07-30
Category : History
ISBN : 9781538138250

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Marie Antoinette's World by Will Bashor Pdf

This riveting book explores the little-known intimate life of Marie Antoinette and her milieu in a world filled with intrigue, infidelity, adultery, and sexually transmitted diseases. Will Bashor reveals the intrigue and debauchery of the Bourbon kings from Louis XIII to Louis XV, which were closely intertwined with the expansion of Versailles from a simple hunting lodge to a luxurious and intricately ordered palace. It soon became a retreat for scandalous conspiracies and rendezvous—all hidden from the public eye. When Marie Antoinette arrived, she was quickly drawn into a true viper's nest, encouraged by her imprudent entourage. Bashor shows that her often thoughtless, fantasy-driven, and notorious antics were inevitable given her family history and the alluring influences that surrounded her. Marie Antoinette's frivolous and flamboyant lifestyle prompted a torrent of scathing pamphlets, and Bashor scrutinizes the queen's world to discover what was false, what was possible, and what, although shocking, was most probably true. Readers will be fascinated by this glimpse behind the decorative screens to learn the secret language of the queen’s fan and explore the dark passageways and staircases of endless intrigue at Versailles.

Author : Munro Price
Publisher : Pan
Page : 425 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : France
ISBN : 0333901932

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The Fall of the French Monarchy by Munro Price Pdf

This is a history of the French Revolution, as seen through the eyes of the French royal family. Munro Price has researched the mood, atmosphere and personalities behind the palace walls: at the heart of this research is a cache of letters that sheds new light on the lives of the royals, as the monarchy was gradually stripped of its power and revolutionary fervour called for their execution.

Author : Imbert de Saint-Amand
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 324 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 1891
Category : France
ISBN : UCAL:$B321005

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Marie Antoinette and the Downfall of Royalty by Imbert de Saint-Amand Pdf

Author : Nancy Plain
Publisher : Marshall Cavendish
Page : 92 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 0761410295

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Louis XVI, Marie Antoinette, and the French Revolution by Nancy Plain Pdf

Examines the reign of Louis XVI and Marie-Antoinette, including information about their personal lives and accomplishments and everyday life in Revolutionary France.

Author : Caroline Weber
Publisher : Henry Holt and Company
Page : 452 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2007-10-02
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781429936477

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Queen of Fashion by Caroline Weber Pdf

In this dazzling new vision of the ever-fascinating queen, a dynamic young historian reveals how Marie Antoinette's bold attempts to reshape royal fashion changed the future of France Marie Antoinette has always stood as an icon of supreme style, but surprisingly none of her biographers have paid sustained attention to her clothes. In Queen of Fashion, Caroline Weber shows how Marie Antoinette developed her reputation for fashionable excess, and explains through lively, illuminating new research the political controversies that her clothing provoked. Weber surveys Marie Antoinette's "Revolution in Dress," covering each phase of the queen's tumultuous life, beginning with the young girl, struggling to survive Versailles's rigid traditions of royal glamour (twelve-foot-wide hoopskirts, whalebone corsets that crushed her organs). As queen, Marie Antoinette used stunning, often extreme costumes to project an image of power and wage war against her enemies. Gradually, however, she began to lose her hold on the French when she started to adopt "unqueenly" outfits (the provocative chemise) that, surprisingly, would be adopted by the revolutionaries who executed her. Weber's queen is sublime, human, and surprising: a sometimes courageous monarch unwilling to allow others to determine her destiny. The paradox of her tragic story, according to Weber, is that fashion—the vehicle she used to secure her triumphs—was also the means of her undoing. Weber's book is not only a stylish and original addition to Marie Antoinette scholarship, but also a moving, revelatory reinterpretation of one of history's most controversial figures.

Author : Juliet Grey
Publisher : Ballantine Books
Page : 466 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2013-09-24
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780345523907

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Confessions of Marie Antoinette by Juliet Grey Pdf

A novel for fans of Philippa Gregory and Michelle Moran, Confessions of Marie Antoinette blends rich historical detail with searing drama, bringing to life the first years of the French Revolution and the final days of the legendary French queen. Versailles, 1789. As the burgeoning rebellion reaches the palace gates, Marie Antoinette finds her privileged and peaceful life swiftly upended by violence. Once her loyal subjects, the people of France now seek to overthrow the crown, placing the heirs of the Bourbon dynasty in mortal peril. Displaced to the Tuileries Palace in Paris, the royal family is propelled into the heart of the Revolution. There, despite a few staunch allies, they are surrounded by cunning spies and vicious enemies. Yet despite the political and personal threats against her, Marie Antoinette remains, above all, a devoted wife and mother, standing steadfastly by her husband, Louis XVI, and protecting their young son and daughter. And though the queen secretly attempts to arrange her family’s rescue from the clutches of the rebels, she finds that they can neither outrun the dangers encircling them nor escape their shocking fate. Advance praise for Confessions of Marie Antoinette “Juliet Grey brings her trilogy on Marie Antoinette’s life to a triumphant finale, depicting with sensitivity and compelling vividness the collapse of a bygone glamorous world and the courageous transformation of its ill-fated queen.”—C. W. Gortner, author of The Queen’s Vow “A heartfelt journey with Marie Antoinette in her wrenching last days . . . We see the end looming that is still veiled from her eyes, and knowing her hopes are in vain makes it all the more poignant. Far from the ‘let them eat cake’ woman of legend, Juliet Grey’s Marie Antoinette reveals herself to be a person we can admire for her courage, her loyalty, and her love of her family and her adopted country, France.”—Margaret George Look for special features inside. Join the Random House Reader’s Circle for author chats and more.

Author : Will Bashor
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 337 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2013-10-16
Category : History
ISBN : 9781493001194

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Marie Antoinette's Head by Will Bashor Pdf

Marie Antoinette has remained atop the popular cultural landscape for centuries for the daring in style and fashion that she brought to 18th century France. For the better part of the queen’s reign, one man was entrusted with the sole responsibility of ensuring that her coiffure was at its most ostentatious best. Who was this minister of fashion who wielded such tremendous influence over the queen’s affairs? Winner of the Adele Mellen Prize for Distinguished Scholarship, Marie Antoinette’s Head: The Royal Hairdresser, The Queen, and the Revolution charts the rise of Leonard Autie from humble origins as a country barber in the south of France to the inventor of the Pouf and premier hairdresser to Queen Marie-Antoinette. By unearthing a variety of sources from the 18th and 19th centuries, including memoirs (including Léonard’s own), court documents, and archived periodicals the author, French History professor and expert Will Bashor, tells Autie’s mostly unknown story. Bashor chronicles Leonard’s story, the role he played in the life of his most famous client, and the chaotic and history-making world in which he rose to prominence. Besides his proximity to the queen, Leonard also had a most fascinating life filled with sex (he was the only man in a female dominated court), seduction, intrigue, espionage, theft, exile, treason, and possibly, execution.

Author : Maxime de La Rocheterie
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 402 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 1895
Category : Electronic
ISBN : UCAL:B3449311

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The Life of Marie Antoinette by Maxime de La Rocheterie Pdf

Author : Gaston Maugras
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 532 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2009-05
Category : Literary Collections
ISBN : 1104488523

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The Duc de Lauzun and the Court of Marie Antoinette (1896) by Gaston Maugras Pdf

This collection of poetry is both expensive and hard to find in its first edition. It contains the complete poetical works by 19th century American poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. This is a fascinating work and thoroughly recommended for anyone interested in American Poetry. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.

Author : Juliet Grey
Publisher : Ballantine Books
Page : 450 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2012-05-15
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780345523884

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Days of Splendor, Days of Sorrow by Juliet Grey Pdf

A captivating novel of rich spectacle and royal scandal, Days of Splendor, Days of Sorrow spans fifteen years in the fateful reign of Marie Antoinette, France’s most legendary and notorious queen. Paris, 1774. At the tender age of eighteen, Marie Antoinette ascends to the French throne alongside her husband, Louis XVI. But behind the extravagance of the young queen’s elaborate silk gowns and dizzyingly high coiffures, she harbors deeper fears for her future and that of the Bourbon dynasty. From the early growing pains of marriage to the joy of conceiving a child, from her passion for Swedish military attaché Axel von Fersen to the devastating Affair of the Diamond Necklace, Marie Antoinette tries to rise above the gossip and rivalries that encircle her. But as revolution blossoms in America, a much larger threat looms beyond the gilded gates of Versailles—one that could sweep away the French monarchy forever.

Author : Evelyne Lever
Publisher : Macmillan
Page : 380 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2001-09-24
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 0312283334

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Marie Antoinette by Evelyne Lever Pdf

A biography of the French queen explores the intrigue surrounding her life from her birth, through her unhappy marriage, her lavish life at Versailles, to the events leading up to her death by beheading during the French Revolution.