The Frown Of Majesty: A Romance Of The Days Of Louis The Fourteenth (1902)
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ISBN10: 110438969X
ISBN13: 9781104389697
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Apr 27 2009
Pages: 384
Weight: 1.13
Height: 0.79 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781104389697
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Apr 27 2009
Pages: 384
Weight: 1.13
Height: 0.79 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Frown of Majesty: A Romance of the Days of Louis the Fourteenth is a historical novel written by Albert Lee and published in 1902. The story is set in the court of Louis XIV, the Sun King of France, during the late 17th century. The novel follows the life of the protagonist, the Countess de Saint-Maur, who is a lady-in-waiting to the queen. The Countess is a beautiful and intelligent woman who is well-versed in the ways of the court. She is also a woman of strong character and principles, which often puts her at odds with the king and his courtiers.The novel explores the complex relationships between the various characters in the court, including the king, his mistresses, and the nobles who vie for his favor. It also delves into the politics and intrigue of the time, including the conflict between the French and the Dutch. The Countess finds herself caught up in these machinations, as she tries to navigate the treacherous waters of court life while remaining true to her own ideals.As the story progresses, the Countess falls in love with a young nobleman, the Marquis de Montmorency. Their love affair is complicated by their different social ranks and the disapproval of the king. The novel culminates in a dramatic confrontation between the Countess and the king, as she defends her honor and that of her lover.Overall, The Frown of Majesty is a richly detailed and engaging historical novel that offers a fascinating glimpse into the court of Louis XIV. It is a story of love, loyalty, and courage in the face of adversity, and is sure to captivate readers who enjoy historical fiction.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.
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