Publisher's Synopsis
The Memoirs of Madame De Montespan, Volume 3 is a book written by Madame La Marquise De Montespan, a French noblewoman who was the mistress of King Louis XIV. This volume is a continuation of her memoirs, which detail her life as a member of the French court and her relationship with the king. In this volume, Madame De Montespan provides an intimate look into the inner workings of the French court during the late 17th century. She shares her experiences as a mistress, her interactions with other members of the court, and her thoughts on the political and social issues of the time. The book also delves into the scandalous events that occurred during Madame De Montespan's time as the king's mistress, including her involvement in the Affaire des Poisons, a scandal involving accusations of poisoning and witchcraft among the French aristocracy. Overall, The Memoirs of Madame De Montespan, Volume 3 offers a unique perspective on the French court and the life of a powerful woman during a tumultuous time in French history.I do not desire to hold up to ridicule the rites of that religion in which I was born and bred. Neither would I disparage its ancient usages, nor its far more modern laws. All religions, as I know, have their peculiarities, all nations their contradictions, but I must be suffered to complain of the abuse sometimes made in our country of clerical and priestly authority.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.
