The Sun King Paperback / softback
by Nancy Mitford
Paperback / softback
Description
This gossipy account of Louis XIV is a clear and fascinating historical biography from Nancy Mitford. WITH AN INTRODUCTION BY STELLA TILLYARDDuring his reign Louis XIV was the most powerful king in Europe.
He presided over a golden age of military and artistic achievement in France, and deployed his charm and talents for spin and intrigue to hold his court and country within his absolute control.
The Sun King's universe centred on Versailles, a glittering palace from where Louis conducted his government and complex love affairs.
Nancy Mitford describes the daily life of this splendid court in sumptuous detail, recreating the past in vivid colour.
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Less than 10 available - usually despatched within 24 hours
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:272 pages
- Publisher:Vintage Publishing
- Publication Date:06/10/2011
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- ISBN:9780099528883
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Less than 10 available - usually despatched within 24 hours
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:272 pages
- Publisher:Vintage Publishing
- Publication Date:06/10/2011
- Category:
- ISBN:9780099528883