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Love & Louis XIV by Antonia Fraser will be available in hardcover at 15.50 euros.
From bestselling historian Antonia Fraser, this biography brilliantly explores the relationships which existed between The Sun King and the women in his life, from his mistresses to his mother. Louis XIV ruled over the most glorious and extravagant court in 17th century Europe and Fraser explores, in fascinating detail, his intimate relationships with women.
In 1660, Louis married his first cousin, Marie-Thérèse, in a political arrangement and sought others to satisfy his romantic and sexual desires. His first important mistress was Louise de La Vallière, who bore him several children and then he fell in love with the governess of his mistress’ children, Françoise de Maintenon. Louis XIV lived happily with her for the rest of his life and is believed to have married her in secret.
With considerable skill, Fraser reveals insights into the nature of women’s religious and day to day lives in this illuminating portrait of the king, his court and his women.
