The Memoirs of Marie Antoinette

The Memoirs of Marie Antoinette is a historical book written by Madame Campan, the former lady-in-waiting to the Queen of France. The book provides a detailed account of the life and reign of Marie Antoinette, from her childhood in Austria to her marriage to King Louis XVI and her eventual downfall during the French Revolution. Madame Campan's memoirs offer a unique perspective on the life of Marie Antoinette, as she was one of the closest confidantes of the Queen and witnessed many of the events that shaped her life. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the Queen's relationships with her family, her role in the French court, her fashion and style, and her political influence. The Memoirs of Marie Antoinette also sheds light on the social and political climate of 18th-century France, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the events that led to the French Revolution. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in French history, the monarchy, or the life of Marie Antoinette. It is a fascinating and informative account of one of the most iconic figures in European history.MARIE ANTOINETTE JOSEPHE JEANNE DE LORRAINE, Archduchess of Austria, daughter of Francois de Lorraine and of Maria Theresa, was born on the 2d of November, 1755, the day of the earthquake at Lisbon; and this catastrophe, which appeared to stamp the era of her birth with a fatal mark, without forming a motive for superstitious fear with the Princess, nevertheless made an impression upon her mind.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.