The Little Book of Versailles
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The Little Book of Versailles by Dominique Foufelle
-Uncover the history of the palace of Versailles in this charming little book -The latest instalment in a series of pocket-sized guides Why did Louis XIII go to Versailles? How many kings of France have lived in this palace? Why did Louis XIV decide to live outside Paris? When did the king's court settle in the palace? Why did courtiers wear wigs? Who is the most famous chronicler of life in the time of Louis XIV's court? Which sovereign was the mostly badly damaged by the Affair of the Diamond Necklace? Which was the last king to live in the castle? Gloriously illustrated with pictures from the past, this little album charts the history of France's most famous castle over the course of four centuries, from its construction in 1631 to the signature of the Peace Treaty in 1919, passing by the women's march on Versailles in 1789.Dominique Foufelle is a writer and journalist who lives and works in the south of France. She is fascinated with the history of customs and everyday life, as well as women's history, language, and natural history. With Editions du Chêne, she has produced a number of titles, including The Little Book of Historical Quotations and The Little Book of Christmas.
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| ISBN 13 | 9782812317804 |
| ISBN 10 | 2812317809 |
| Title | The Little Book of Versailles |
| Author | Dominique Foufelle |
| Series | The Little Book Of |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | EPA |
| Year published | 2018-04-13 |
| Number of pages | 176 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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