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Women of Versailles- the Court of Louis XIV

Women of Versailles- the Court of Louis XIV

By: Arthur-Leon Imbert de Saint-Amand
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 Dive into the captivating world of Versailles, where the brilliance of the Sun King, Louis XIV, casts long shadows over the lives of his courtiers. In this engaging and insightful book, Baron Arthur-Leon Imbert de Saint-Amand paints a vivid portrait of the women who navigated this intricate court, from the overlooked queen, Maria Theresa, to the commanding mistress, Madame de Montespan, and the pious yet powerful Madame de Maintenon. With a blend of humor and scholarly depth, the narrative reveals the delicate dance of affection and disdain that defined their relationships with the monarch. (Summary by Pamela Nagami, M.D.)Copyright Biographies 2.0 Art Literary History & Criticism Science Social Sciences World
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  • 23 - Women of Versailles- the Court of Louis XIV by Arthur-Leon Imbert de Saint-Amand

    23 - Women of Versailles- the Court of Louis XIV by Arthur-Leon Imbert de Saint-Amand
    Aug 19 2025
    Dive into the captivating world of Versailles, where the brilliance of the Sun King, Louis XIV, casts long shadows over the lives of his courtiers. In this engaging and insightful book, Baron Arthur-Leon Imbert de Saint-Amand paints a vivid portrait of the women who navigated this intricate court, from the overlooked queen, Maria Theresa, to the commanding mistress, Madame de Montespan, and the pious yet powerful Madame de Maintenon. With a blend of humor and scholarly depth, the narrative reveals the delicate dance of affection and disdain that defined their relationships with the monarch. (Summary by Pamela Nagami, M.D.)
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    18 mins
  • 22 - Women of Versailles- the Court of Louis XIV by Arthur-Leon Imbert de Saint-Amand

    22 - Women of Versailles- the Court of Louis XIV by Arthur-Leon Imbert de Saint-Amand
    Aug 19 2025
    Dive into the captivating world of Versailles, where the brilliance of the Sun King, Louis XIV, casts long shadows over the lives of his courtiers. In this engaging and insightful book, Baron Arthur-Leon Imbert de Saint-Amand paints a vivid portrait of the women who navigated this intricate court, from the overlooked queen, Maria Theresa, to the commanding mistress, Madame de Montespan, and the pious yet powerful Madame de Maintenon. With a blend of humor and scholarly depth, the narrative reveals the delicate dance of affection and disdain that defined their relationships with the monarch. (Summary by Pamela Nagami, M.D.)
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    16 mins
  • 21 - Women of Versailles- the Court of Louis XIV by Arthur-Leon Imbert de Saint-Amand

    21 - Women of Versailles- the Court of Louis XIV by Arthur-Leon Imbert de Saint-Amand
    Aug 19 2025
    Dive into the captivating world of Versailles, where the brilliance of the Sun King, Louis XIV, casts long shadows over the lives of his courtiers. In this engaging and insightful book, Baron Arthur-Leon Imbert de Saint-Amand paints a vivid portrait of the women who navigated this intricate court, from the overlooked queen, Maria Theresa, to the commanding mistress, Madame de Montespan, and the pious yet powerful Madame de Maintenon. With a blend of humor and scholarly depth, the narrative reveals the delicate dance of affection and disdain that defined their relationships with the monarch. (Summary by Pamela Nagami, M.D.)
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    16 mins
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