Philippe I, Duke of Orleans
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Philippe I, Duke of Orleans by Antoinette Verlaine
Step into the captivating world of 17th-century France, where Philippe I, Duke of Orl ans, carved out his unique legacy amidst the grandeur of the Bourbon dynasty. As the younger brother of Louis XIV, the illustrious Sun King, Philippe was both a devoted supporter of the French crown and an enigmatic figure in his own right. In Philippe I, Duke of Orleans: Brother of Louis XIV, Duke, Visionary, Antoinette Verlaine delves deep into the life of a man who balanced the weight of dynastic expectations with his own passions. From his military triumphs and his role as a patron of the arts to his controversial personal choices, Philippe emerges as a figure of complexity and contra-diction. Through rich historical detail and vivid narrative, this book offers a fresh perspective on a prince often overshadowed by his elder brother. Discover how Philippe shaped the cultural and political landscape of his time, leaving an indelible mark on French history. For readers fascinated by royalty, power dynamics, and the human stories behind the splendor of Versailles, this biography illuminates the life of the Duke of Orl ans-a visionary who found his place in the shadow of a king.| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9783384467638 |
| ISBN 10 | 3384467639 |
| Title | Philippe I, Duke of Orleans |
| Author | Antoinette Verlaine |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | tredition GmbH |
| Year published | 2024-12-22 |
| Number of pages | 232 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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