The Private Life of Marie Antoinette
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| Rating | : | 4.47 (736 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1845886380 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 480 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2014-01-24 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
"Insider knowledge" according to Beate Swanson. This is a true report from one of Marie Antoinettes intimats. But also at the same time truly a piece of writing in the style of the time. The english translation here is true to that form so it is not an easy read. The chapters are fairly short but to each chapter there are a couple of pages of footnotes (which are quite interesting and I recommend you read them). All in all the narrative is very interesting but if you expect to hear what Marie Antoinette had for breakfast or an insight to her. Jessica Jewett said Great account from an interesting woman. Reading this book was like talking to someone who actually knew the ill-fated Queen. It is readable even in today's language, although it might help to have a basic working knowledge of Marie Antoinette's world before reading this book. The author is interesting in her own right as well. An excellent source for research.. like a regular biography I'm sorry I purchased this version. I was hoping for a version of clear historical information, like a regular biography. Instead, it jumped back and forth between the present and the past. I not necessarily the smartest person I know, but I'll never read this version, and I'm really disappointed; I bought it after seeing an excellent movie about Marie Antoinette and wanted to know more. Now I'll have to go hunting for another version. :(
First published in two volumes in 1823, this memoir is presented against the backdrop of the French court as it weakens in the madness of an impending revolution. Honest, touching, and compelling, Campan’s The Private Life of Marie Antoinette provides a unique insight into the life of one of history’s most beguiling women.. In intricate detail, Campan passionately defends Marie Antoinette’s pride and honor in the face of hateful propaganda against herpropaganda that has cont