Versailles

And The Court Under Louis XIV (1906)

von James Eugene Farmer

612 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

Versailles: And The Court Under Louis XIV is a historical book written by James Eugene Farmer in 1906. The book provides a comprehensive account of the opulent palace of Versailles and the court of Louis XIV during the 17th century. The author describes the grandeur and extravagance of the palace, its architecture, gardens, and the various buildings that housed the royal family and their courtiers. The book also delves into the social and political life of the court, including the etiquette, customs, and rituals that governed the daily lives of the royal family and their entourage. The author uses primary sources, including letters, memoirs, and official documents, to provide a vivid and detailed picture of life at Versailles. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of France, the palace of Versailles, and the court of Louis XIV.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.

• Themen: Geschichte und Archäologie Geschichte Geschichte allgemein und Weltgeschichte
• ISBN: 9781120050274
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 26.08.2009
• Größe: 229 x 152 mm
• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC