Project Gutenberg 2004-12-03 Public domain in the USA. 141 Saint-Simon, Louis de Rouvroy, duc de 1675 1755 De Rouvroy, Louis, duc de Saint-Simon Rouvroy, Louis de, duc de Saint-Simon Memoirs of Louis XIV and His Court and of the Regency — Volume 05 Produced by David Widger "Memoirs of Louis XIV and His Court and of the Regency — Volume 05" by the Duke of Saint-Simon is a historical account composed in the early 18th century. The book delves into the life and court of King Louis XIV, covering significant events, notable figures, and the intrigues of the French nobility during his reign and the subsequent Regency period. The narrative unfolds through detailed anecdotes and reflections, highlighting the characters and political dynamics that shaped the time. The opening of this volume introduces two prominent figures: Lamoignon, the Chief President, and Ninon de l'Enclos, a celebrated courtesan. As Lamoignon's morally dubious actions lead to the execution of the wrongfully accused Fargues, it sets a tone of political corruption within the court. Meanwhile, Ninon's reputation precedes her; she embodies a blend of charm and cunning intellect, managing her romantic liaisons with an intriguing social sophistication. Both deaths, unfolded through engaging narratives, foreshadow a deeper exploration of the evolving court dynamics and military challenges facing France during this tumultuous historical period. The storyteller, seeming to navigate the corridors of power while observing these characters, hints at the intricate interplay of personal relationships and political maneuvering that defined the era. This opening provides a compelling glimpse into the complex tapestry of the French court, piquing the interest of readers in the detailed chronicles that are to follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Reading ease score: 66.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. en France -- Court and courtiers France -- History -- Louis XIV, 1643-1715 France -- History -- Regency, 1715-1723 DC Text Category: Biographies Category: French Literature Category: History - European Category: History - Modern (1750+) Category: History - Royalty 162470 2025-08-02T09:22:44.236472 text/html 162291 2025-01-08T22:11:15.294460 text/html 167385 2025-08-02T09:22:50.907443 application/epub+zip 168007 2025-08-02T09:22:48.000445 application/epub+zip 117433 2025-08-02T09:22:46.641466 application/epub+zip 391808 2025-08-02T09:22:53.037458 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 378769 2025-08-02T09:22:50.117498 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 144127 2022-09-02T12:09:36.407305 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 150784 2025-08-02T09:22:43.990480 text/plain; charset=us-ascii 150565 2021-01-09T01:37:36 text/plain; charset=us-ascii 19229 2025-08-02T09:22:53.179411 application/rdf+xml 25040 2025-08-02T09:22:47.261477 image/jpeg 4693 2025-08-02T09:22:47.007462 image/jpeg 56258 2021-01-09T01:37:36 application/octet-stream application/zip 166514 2025-08-02T09:22:44.250500 application/octet-stream application/zip Archives containing the RDF files for *all* our books can be downloaded at https://book.klll.cc/wiki/Gutenberg:Feeds#The_Complete_Project_Gutenberg_Catalog fr.wikipedia en.wikipedia