Princes and Poisoners: Studies of the Court of Louis XIV by Frantz Funck-Brentano
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"Princes and Poisoners: Studies of the Court of Louis XIV" by Frantz Funck-Brentano is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book explores the dark, scandalous realm of the court during Louis XIV's reign, with a particular focus on infamous figures, including the Marquise de Brinvilliers, a notorious poisoner. It delves deeply into the intrigues, murders, and the sociopolitical atmosphere of the time, presenting both historical events and critical
analysis of societal values. At the start of the book, the author introduces the Marquise de Brinvilliers as a striking figure in French judicial history, known for her involved and infamous criminal activities. Funck-Brentano hints at her complex personality and the profound impact of her actions within Louis XIV's court. It is suggested that the narrative will uncover the details of her life, her trial, and the cultural climate of poisonings that rocked the elite of France. The opening sets the tone for a gripping exploration of morality, power dynamics, and the human capacity for both charm and cruelty. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Funck-Brentano, Frantz, 1862-1947 |
|---|---|
| Translator | Maidment, George |
| Title | Princes and Poisoners: Studies of the Court of Louis XIV |
| Credits |
Produced by Chris Curnow, Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 64.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | HV: Social sciences: Social pathology, Social and Public Welfare |
| Subject | France -- Court and courtiers |
| Subject | France -- History -- Louis XIV, 1643-1715 |
| Subject | Poisoners |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 43238 |
| Release Date | Jul 17, 2013 |
| Last Update | Nov 27, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 952 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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