Madame

Madame: A Life of Henrietta, Daughter of Charles I and Duchess of Orleans is a biography written by Julia Cartwright. The book follows the life of Henrietta, the youngest daughter of King Charles I and his queen, Henrietta Maria. Henrietta was born in 1644 and grew up during the tumultuous period of the English Civil War. She was forced to flee England with her mother and siblings after her father's execution in 1649.Henrietta spent much of her early life in exile in France, where she became a prominent figure at the court of Louis XIV. She married Philippe, Duke of Orleans, in 1661 and became the Duchess of Orleans. Henrietta was known for her beauty, wit, and intelligence, and she played an important role in French politics and culture.The book explores Henrietta's life in detail, from her childhood in England to her time in France as a member of the royal court. It also delves into her personal relationships, including her marriage to Philippe and her close friendship with the writer and philosopher, Madame de La Fayette.Madame: A Life of Henrietta, Daughter of Charles I and Duchess of Orleans is a fascinating look at the life of a remarkable woman who lived through some of the most tumultuous times in European history. It is a well-researched and engaging biography that will appeal to anyone interested in the history of England, France, or the royal courts of Europe.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.