num_pages: 376
description: ""Secret Memoirs of Princess Lamballe"" is a historical book that provides an intimate look at the life of Princess Lamballe, a close friend and confidante of Marie Antoinette, the Queen of France. The book is a collection of Lamballe's personal journals, letters, and conversations, which were kept secret for many years. The author, Catherine Hyde, has compiled and translated these documents to reveal the true character of Princess Lamballe and her relationship with the Queen. The book covers the period from Lamballe's arrival in France in 1774 until her tragic death during the French Revolution in 1792. The memoirs offer a unique perspective on the French court, the royal family, and the political and social upheavals of the time. Readers will gain insight into the personalities and motivations of Marie Antoinette and her inner circle, as well as the challenges faced by the French monarchy in the years leading up to the revolution. Overall, ""Secret Memoirs of Princess Lamballe"" is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in French history, the royal court, or the personal lives of historical figures.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.
language: English
title: Secret Memoirs of Princess Lamballe: Being Her Journals, Letters & Conversations During Her Confidential Relations with Marie Antoinette
titlecomplete: Secret Memoirs of Princess Lamballe: Being Her Journals, Letters & Conversations During Her Confidential Relations with Marie Antoinette
genres: History, Biography
ratings_count: 19
publisher: Kessinger Publishing