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Memoirs of the Court of Marie Antoinette, Queen of France, Volume 4 Being the Historic Memoirs of Madam Campan, First Lady in Waiting to the Queen   By: (1752-1822)

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Memoirs of the Court of Marie Antoinette, Queen of France, Volume 4 is a fascinating and insightful look into life in the French court during the reign of Queen Marie Antoinette. Written by Madam Campan, who served as the Queen's First Lady in Waiting, this book provides a firsthand account of the daily intrigues, politics, and scandals that surrounded the Queen.

The book delves into the personal life of Marie Antoinette, as well as the political turmoil that ultimately led to the downfall of the French monarchy. Madam Campan's writing is engaging and vivid, offering readers a glimpse into the luxurious and opulent world of the French court.

One of the most striking aspects of this book is the portrait it paints of Marie Antoinette herself. Often portrayed as frivolous and out of touch, Madam Campan's memoirs show a different side of the Queen – one that is caring, intelligent, and deeply devoted to her family.

Overall, Memoirs of the Court of Marie Antoinette, Queen of France, Volume 4 is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the French Revolution or in the life of Marie Antoinette. Madam Campan's intimate perspective offers a unique and valuable insight into one of the most fascinating and controversial figures in history.

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MEMOIRS OF THE COURT OF MARIE ANTOINETTE,

QUEEN OF FRANCE

Being the Historic Memoirs of Madam Campan,

First Lady in Waiting to the Queen

Volume 4

CHAPTER XI.

About the close of the last century several of the Northern sovereigns took a fancy for travelling. Christian III., King of Denmark, visited the Court of France in 1763, during the reign of Louis XV. We have seen the King of Sweden and Joseph II. at Versailles. The Grand Duke of Russia (afterwards Paul I.), son of Catherine II., and the Princess of Wurtemberg, his wife, likewise resolved to visit France. They travelled under the titles of the Comte and Comtesse du Nord. They were presented on the 20th of May, 1782. The Queen received them with grace and dignity. On the day of their arrival at Versailles they dined in private with the King and Queen.

The plain, unassuming appearance of Paul I. pleased Louis XVI. He spoke to him with more confidence and cheerfulness than he had spoken to Joseph II. The Comtesse du Nord was not at first so successful with the Queen. This lady was of a fine height, very fat for her age, with all the German stiffness, well informed, and perhaps displaying her acquirements with rather too much confidence. When the Comte and Comtesse du Nord were presented the Queen was exceedingly nervous... Continue reading book >>


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