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Title:
Louis XIV.
Makers of History Series
Credits:
Produced by D. Alexander and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was
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Internet Archive)
Summary: "Louis XIV." by John S. C. Abbott is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book explores the life and reign of one of France's most famous monarchs, Louis XIV, providing insights into both his public achievements and his private struggles. Abbott aims to delve into the personal life of the king, presenting him as more than just a sovereign but as a man navigating through court intrigues, ambitions, and familial dynamics. The opening of the book introduces the complexities of Louis XIV's early life, beginning with the political landscape surrounding his birth as the son of Louis XIII and Anne of Austria. Abbott outlines the tensions in the royal marriage and the early challenges faced by the young king, including the corrupt court environment and his education under Cardinal Mazarin. The narrative paints a picture of the political turmoil of the period, detailing the interplay between the monarchy and the rebellious sentiments of the nobility. Through this early glimpse, the reader is invited into the intricate and tumultuous beginnings of what would become a long and impactful reign. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 72.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Abbott, John S. C. (John Stevens Cabot), 1805-1877
EBook No.: 27056
Published: Oct 26, 2008
Downloads: 304
Language: English
Subject: France -- History -- Louis XIV, 1643-1715
Subject: Louis XIV, King of France, 1638-1715
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title:
Louis XIV.
Makers of History Series
Credits:
Produced by D. Alexander and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was
produced from images generously made available by The
Internet Archive)
Summary: "Louis XIV." by John S. C. Abbott is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book explores the life and reign of one of France's most famous monarchs, Louis XIV, providing insights into both his public achievements and his private struggles. Abbott aims to delve into the personal life of the king, presenting him as more than just a sovereign but as a man navigating through court intrigues, ambitions, and familial dynamics. The opening of the book introduces the complexities of Louis XIV's early life, beginning with the political landscape surrounding his birth as the son of Louis XIII and Anne of Austria. Abbott outlines the tensions in the royal marriage and the early challenges faced by the young king, including the corrupt court environment and his education under Cardinal Mazarin. The narrative paints a picture of the political turmoil of the period, detailing the interplay between the monarchy and the rebellious sentiments of the nobility. Through this early glimpse, the reader is invited into the intricate and tumultuous beginnings of what would become a long and impactful reign. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 72.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Abbott, John S. C. (John Stevens Cabot), 1805-1877
EBook No.: 27056
Published: Oct 26, 2008
Downloads: 304
Language: English
Subject: France -- History -- Louis XIV, 1643-1715
Subject: Louis XIV, King of France, 1638-1715
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: France, Andorra, Monaco
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.