Publisher's Synopsis
The Memoirs of Madame de Montespan, Volume 1 is a historical book written by Madame de Montespan, a French noblewoman and mistress to King Louis XIV during the 17th century. The book is a first-hand account of her life and experiences as a member of the French court, including her rise to power as a mistress, her relationship with the king, and her involvement in court intrigue and scandals. Madame de Montespan also provides insights into the daily life of the French court, including the customs, manners, and social hierarchies of the time. The book is a fascinating glimpse into the life of a powerful woman in a time of great political and social change in France, and provides a unique perspective on the court of Louis XIV. Volume 1 covers the early years of Madame de Montespan's life, including her childhood, her marriage, and her introduction to the French court.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.
