Publisher's Synopsis
An Abridged Account Of The Misfortunes Of The Dauphin is a historical book written by C. G. Perceval in 1838. The book is a condensed version of the original work by M. de Beauchesne, which chronicles the life of the Dauphin of France, Louis XVII, who was the son of King Louis XVI and Queen Marie Antoinette. The book begins with the birth of the Dauphin in 1785 and follows his life until his death in prison at the age of 10. It details the events leading up to the French Revolution, the fall of the monarchy, and the imprisonment of the royal family. The book also explores the mystery surrounding the Dauphin's death and the rumors that he may have survived and lived in secrecy.Throughout the book, Perceval provides a vivid description of the political and social climate of France during this turbulent period, including the rise of Napoleon Bonaparte and the aftermath of the Revolution. The book also delves into the personal relationships and struggles of the royal family, including the strained relationship between Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette.Overall, An Abridged Account Of The Misfortunes Of The Dauphin is a fascinating historical account of one of the most tragic figures of the French Revolution. It provides readers with a deeper understanding of the events and circumstances that led to the downfall of the French monarchy and the rise of Napoleon Bonaparte.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.
