The Memoirs Of Madame De Montespan, V7 - Madame La Marquise de Montespan - Bog

The Memoirs of Madame De Montespan, V7 is a book written by Madame La Marquise De Montespan. It is a collection of memoirs that details the life of Madame De Montespan, a prominent figure in the court of King Louis XIV of France. The book provides a fascinating insight into the life of a woman who was not only a mistress to the king but also a mother to his children. Madame De Montespan's memoirs cover a wide range of topics, including her early life, her relationship with the king, her role in court politics, and her eventual fall from grace. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in French history, court life, or the lives of powerful women in the 17th century. It is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the complexities of life at the French court during the reign of Louis XIV.Pere de Latour, going further, wished to impose hard, not to say murderous, penances on me; I begged him to keep within bounds, and not to make me impatient. This Oratorian and his admirers have stated that I wore a hair shirt and shroud. Pious slanders, every word of them! I give many pensions and alms, that is to say, I do good to several families; the good that I bestow about me will be more agreeable to God than any harm I could do myself, and that I maintain.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.