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The Great Days of Versailles: Studies from Court Life in the Later Years of Louis XIV (1906)
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The Great Days of Versailles: Studies from Court Life in the Later Years of Louis XIV (1906)

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""The Great Days of Versailles"" is a historical book written by Godfrey Fox Bradby in 1906. The book is a collection of studies that provide insight into the court life during the later years of the reign of Louis XIV, the Sun King of France. The author uses primary sources such as letters, memoirs, and official documents to describe the opulence, grandeur, and extravagance of the court of Versailles. The book covers various aspects of court life, including the etiquette, ceremonies, entertainments, and intrigues that took place in the palace. It also provides a glimpse into the personal lives of the king, his family, and his courtiers. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of France, the court of Versailles, and the reign of Louis XIV.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.

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Format
Hardback
Publisher
Kessinger Publishing
Country
United States
Date
1 August 2009
Pages
404
ISBN
9781104967611

""The Great Days of Versailles"" is a historical book written by Godfrey Fox Bradby in 1906. The book is a collection of studies that provide insight into the court life during the later years of the reign of Louis XIV, the Sun King of France. The author uses primary sources such as letters, memoirs, and official documents to describe the opulence, grandeur, and extravagance of the court of Versailles. The book covers various aspects of court life, including the etiquette, ceremonies, entertainments, and intrigues that took place in the palace. It also provides a glimpse into the personal lives of the king, his family, and his courtiers. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of France, the court of Versailles, and the reign of Louis XIV.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.

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Format
Hardback
Publisher
Kessinger Publishing
Country
United States
Date
1 August 2009
Pages
404
ISBN
9781104967611