Women of Versailles: the Court of Louis 14
by Dream Audio Books
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<a href="https://dreamaudiobooks.com/1186-2/?preview_id=1186&preview_nonce=6f78006eeb&_thumbnail_id=1189&preview=true" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Women of Versailles: The Court of Louis XIV</a> explores the influential women who shaped the Sun King’s reign. From Queen Maria Theresa to powerful mistresses like Madame de Montespan and Madame de Maintenon, these women played key roles in politics, culture, and intrigue. The book delves into courtly life, scandals, and the rigid etiquette of Versailles. It highlights the influence of women in diplomacy, patronage of the arts, and even governance. Through detailed portraits, it reveals their ambitions, rivalries, and impact on Louis XIV’s rule. A fascinating glimpse into the opulent yet treacherous world of 17th-century France, where power was often wielded behind gilded doors. S<a href="https://dreamaudiobooks.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">ummary by Dream AudioBooks</a>