The Memoirs Of Marie Antoinette by Campan, Madame is a historical account of the life of Marie Antoinette, the last queen of France before the French Revolution. The book is written by Madame Campan, who was a close friend and confidante of the queen. The memoirs cover Marie Antoinette's childhood in Austria, her marriage to King Louis XVI of France, her life at the Palace of Versailles, and her eventual downfall during the French Revolution. The book provides a detailed and intimate look at the queen's life, including her ...
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The Memoirs Of Marie Antoinette by Campan, Madame is a historical account of the life of Marie Antoinette, the last queen of France before the French Revolution. The book is written by Madame Campan, who was a close friend and confidante of the queen. The memoirs cover Marie Antoinette's childhood in Austria, her marriage to King Louis XVI of France, her life at the Palace of Versailles, and her eventual downfall during the French Revolution. The book provides a detailed and intimate look at the queen's life, including her relationships with her family, friends, and political figures of the time.Madame Campan's writing style is engaging and informative, making the book an excellent resource for anyone interested in the history of France or the life of Marie Antoinette. The memoirs also offer a unique perspective on the queen, as they were written by someone who knew her personally and was able to provide firsthand accounts of her thoughts and actions.Overall, The Memoirs Of Marie Antoinette by Campan, Madame is a fascinating and insightful read that provides a glimpse into the life of one of history's most controversial figures.MARIE ANTOINETTE JOSEPHE JEANNE DE LORRAINE, Archduchess of Austria, daughter of Francois de Lorraine and of Maria Theresa, was born on the 2d of November, 1755, the day of the earthquake at Lisbon; and this catastrophe, which appeared to stamp the era of her birth with a fatal mark, without forming a motive for superstitious fear with the Princess, nevertheless made an impression upon her mind.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.
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