The Private Life Of Marie Antoinette V1

""The Private Life of Marie Antoinette"" is a historical book that provides a detailed account of the life of Marie Antoinette, the Queen of France and Navarre. Written by Jeanne Louise Henriette Campan, who served as the queen's first lady-in-waiting, the book offers unique insights into the private life of one of history's most iconic figures.The book is divided into two volumes, with the first volume covering Marie Antoinette's life from her childhood in Austria to her marriage to King Louis XVI of France. Along the way, Campan provides fascinating anecdotes and sketches of the courts of Louis XIV, Louis XV, and Louis XVI, offering a glimpse into the opulent and often scandalous world of French royalty.Throughout the book, Campan portrays Marie Antoinette as a complex and multi-faceted figure, exploring both her public image as a fashion icon and her private struggles as a wife and mother. She also delves into the political and social upheavals of the time, including the French Revolution and the fall of the monarchy.Overall, ""The Private Life of Marie Antoinette"" is a captivating and informative read that sheds new light on one of history's most fascinating figures.In Two Volumes.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.