Publisher's Synopsis
The Memoirs of Madame de Montespan, Volume 1 is a historical book written by Madame La Marquise de Montespan. The book is a personal account of the life of Madame de Montespan, who was the mistress of King Louis XIV of France during the 17th century. The memoirs detail her rise to power, her relationship with the king, and her life at court. Madame de Montespan was a woman of great beauty and intelligence, and her memoirs provide a fascinating glimpse into the intrigues and politics of the French court during this era. The book is written in a candid and personal style, with Madame de Montespan sharing her thoughts and feelings about the events of her life. Volume 1 covers the period from her childhood to her early years at court, including her marriage to the Marquis de Montespan and her introduction to the king. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in French history, the reign of Louis XIV, or the lives of powerful women in history.My sisters thought it of extreme importance to possess positive knowledge as to their future condition and the events which fate held in store for them. They managed to be secretly taken to a woman famed for her talent in casting the horoscope. But on seeing how overwhelmed by chagrin they both were after consulting the oracle, I felt fearful as regarded myself, and determined to let my star take its own course, heedless of its existence, and allowing it complete liberty.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.
