Memoirs of Marguerite de Valois By: Queen Marguerite (1553-1615)
Memoirs of Marguerite de Valois provides a fascinating insight into the life of Queen Marguerite, a complex and controversial figure in French history. The book is written in a lively and engaging style, drawing the reader into the world of 16th century France and the intrigue of the royal court. Queen Marguerite's memoirs are full of drama, romance, and political intrigue. She offers a firsthand account of her tumultuous marriage to King Henry IV, as well as her relationships with other prominent figures of the time. Her candid and sometimes shocking revelations make for compelling reading, shedding light on the tumultuous events that shaped her life. The book is also notable for its vivid descriptions of the lavish court life and the cultural and political events of the time. Queen Marguerite's perspective as a woman navigating the treacherous waters of power and politics adds depth and nuance to the historical narrative. Overall, Memoirs of Marguerite de Valois is a captivating read that offers a unique glimpse into the life of a remarkable woman in a pivotal period of French history. Queen Marguerite's story is one that is sure to resonate with readers interested in history, politics, and the human drama of life in a royal court. First Page: MARGUERITE DE NAVARRE MEMOIRS OF MARGUERITE DE VALOIS MEMOIRS OF MARGUERITE DE VALOIS QUEEN OF NAVARRE Written by Herself Being Historic Memoirs of the Courts of France and Navarre LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS Marguerite de Valois Etching by Mercier Bussi d' Amboise Painting in the Versailles Gallery Duc de Guise Painting in the Versailles Gallery Catherine de' Medici Original Etching by Mercier Henri VI. and La Fosseuse Painting by A. P. E. Morton A Scene at Henri's Court Original Photogravure PUBLISHER'S NOTE. The first volume of the Court Memoir Series will, it is confidently anticipated, prove to be of great interest. These Letters first appeared in French, in 1628, just thirteen years after the death of their witty and beautiful authoress, who, whether as the wife for many years of the great Henri of France, or on account of her own charms and accomplishments, has always been the subject of romantic interest. The letters contain many particulars of her life, together with many anecdotes hitherto unknown or forgotten, told with a saucy vivacity which is charming, and an air vividly recalling the sprightly, arch demeanour, and black, sparkling eyes of the fair Queen of Navarre. She died in 1615, aged sixty three. These letters contain the secret history of the Court of France during the seventeen eventful years 1565 82... Continue reading book >>

Memoirs of Marguerite de Valois By: Queen Marguerite (1553-1615)

Memoirs of Marguerite de Valois provides a fascinating insight into the life of Queen Marguerite, a complex and controversial figure in French history. The book is written in a lively and engaging style, drawing the reader into the world of 16th century France and the intrigue of the royal court.

Queen Marguerite's memoirs are full of drama, romance, and political intrigue. She offers a firsthand account of her tumultuous marriage to King Henry IV, as well as her relationships with other prominent figures of the time. Her candid and sometimes shocking revelations make for compelling reading, shedding light on the tumultuous events that shaped her life.

The book is also notable for its vivid descriptions of the lavish court life and the cultural and political events of the time. Queen Marguerite's perspective as a woman navigating the treacherous waters of power and politics adds depth and nuance to the historical narrative.

Overall, Memoirs of Marguerite de Valois is a captivating read that offers a unique glimpse into the life of a remarkable woman in a pivotal period of French history. Queen Marguerite's story is one that is sure to resonate with readers interested in history, politics, and the human drama of life in a royal court.

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MARGUERITE DE NAVARRE

MEMOIRS OF MARGUERITE DE VALOIS

MEMOIRS OF MARGUERITE DE VALOIS QUEEN OF NAVARRE

Written by Herself

Being Historic Memoirs of the Courts of France and Navarre

LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS

Marguerite de Valois Etching by Mercier

Bussi d' Amboise Painting in the Versailles Gallery

Duc de Guise Painting in the Versailles Gallery

Catherine de' Medici Original Etching by Mercier

Henri VI. and La Fosseuse Painting by A. P. E. Morton

A Scene at Henri's Court Original Photogravure

PUBLISHER'S NOTE.

The first volume of the Court Memoir Series will, it is confidently anticipated, prove to be of great interest. These Letters first appeared in French, in 1628, just thirteen years after the death of their witty and beautiful authoress, who, whether as the wife for many years of the great Henri of France, or on account of her own charms and accomplishments, has always been the subject of romantic interest.

The letters contain many particulars of her life, together with many anecdotes hitherto unknown or forgotten, told with a saucy vivacity which is charming, and an air vividly recalling the sprightly, arch demeanour, and black, sparkling eyes of the fair Queen of Navarre. She died in 1615, aged sixty three.

These letters contain the secret history of the Court of France during the seventeen eventful years 1565 82... Continue reading book >>

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