Publisher's Synopsis
The Memoirs of Louis XIV and the Regency Volume 2 is a historical account written by Louis de Rouvroy, Duke of Saint Simon, detailing the reign of King Louis XIV of France and the period of the Regency that followed his death. This book is the second volume in a series of memoirs that chronicle the political and social events of France during the late 17th and early 18th centuries.In this volume, Saint Simon continues his detailed account of the court of Louis XIV, including the king's relationships with his mistresses and his struggles with the nobility. The author also provides a firsthand account of the Regency period that followed Louis XIV's death, during which the Duke of Orleans served as regent for the young King Louis XV.Throughout the book, Saint Simon offers his personal opinions on the events and individuals he describes, providing a unique perspective on the politics and culture of the time. The Memoirs of Louis XIV and the Regency Volume 2 is a valuable resource for historians and anyone interested in the history of France during this period.The memoirs of the Sun King, one of the most powerful rulers in Western history, written by the Duc de Saint-Simon who was at the very center of Louis XIV's court at Versailles. A genuinely pious and honest man, Saint-Simon�������s unblinking, eyewitness account of the intrigue, passion, jealousy, and political skullduggery that were part of Louis XIV�������s rule makes this a supreme work of art. Other volumes in this set are ISBN(s): 1417928506, 0766199711.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.
