Memoirs of Louis XIV and the Regency
Louis De Rouvroy Duc De Saint-Simon
Hutson Street Press
2025
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"Memoirs of Louis XIV and the Regency" offers a fascinating glimpse into the court of the Sun King and the subsequent regency period in France. Penned by Louis de Rouvroy, duc de Saint-Simon, a prominent figure in the French court, these memoirs provide a detailed and often critical account of the political intrigues, social customs, and key personalities that shaped the era. Saint-Simon's sharp observations and intimate knowledge of court life make this a valuable historical document, offering insights into the reign of Louis XIV and the challenges faced during the regency. Readers will discover firsthand accounts of the king's policies, the lives of the nobility, and the dramatic events that defined one of France's most transformative periods. This edition makes accessible a classic work of historical and biographical importance, appealing to scholars and anyone interested in French history and the lives of kings and courtiers. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
