Publisher's Synopsis
""The Life of Marie Antoinette, Queen of France"" by Charles Duke Yonge is a comprehensive biography of one of the most famous and controversial queens in history. The book chronicles the life of Marie Antoinette from her childhood in Austria to her marriage to Louis XVI and her eventual downfall during the French Revolution.Yonge provides a detailed account of Marie Antoinette's upbringing in the Habsburg court, her marriage to Louis XVI at the age of 14, and her struggles to adapt to life in the French court. The book also explores Marie Antoinette's personal life, including her relationships with her children, her friends, and her lovers.Yonge delves into the political and social climate of 18th century France, providing context for Marie Antoinette's actions and decisions as queen. He also examines the various scandals and controversies that surrounded her, including her alleged affair with Count Axel von Fersen and her extravagant spending habits.Throughout the book, Yonge offers a balanced and nuanced portrayal of Marie Antoinette, dispelling many of the myths and misconceptions that have surrounded her for centuries. He portrays her as a complex and flawed individual, but also as a victim of circumstance who was unfairly vilified by her contemporaries and subsequent historians.Overall, ""The Life of Marie Antoinette, Queen of France"" is a fascinating and well-researched biography that offers a compelling portrait of one of the most iconic figures in history.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.
