In this dual biography of Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette the author assesses the lives of two of history's most consistently misrepresented figures. He emphasizes the King's role as a hard-working reformer and the Queen's important influence on the arts. Together they struggled against impossible odds, and their story unfolds against the backdrop of a glittering court, intrigue, passion and revolutionary upheaval. The author has also written "The Flowering of the Renaissance", "The Companion Guide to Paris" and "The Golden ...
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In this dual biography of Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette the author assesses the lives of two of history's most consistently misrepresented figures. He emphasizes the King's role as a hard-working reformer and the Queen's important influence on the arts. Together they struggled against impossible odds, and their story unfolds against the backdrop of a glittering court, intrigue, passion and revolutionary upheaval. The author has also written "The Flowering of the Renaissance", "The Companion Guide to Paris" and "The Golden Honeycomb".
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Good. Paperback This item shows wear from consistent use but remains in good readable condition. It may have marks on or in it, and may show other signs of previous use or shelf wear. May have minor creases or signs of wear on dust jacket. Packed with care, shipped promptly.
