Author: Marion WardPublisher: London : Chatto & Windus
ISBN:
Category : Courtesans
Languages : en
Pages : 246
Book Description
The Du Barry Inheritance
Author: Marion WardPublisher: London : Chatto & Windus
ISBN:
Category : Courtesans
Languages : en
Pages : 246
Book Description
The Trial and Execution of Madame Du Barry
Author: Philip M. LaskiPublisher: Constable & Robinson
ISBN:
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 258
Book Description
Memoirs of a Traveller, Now in Retirement
Author: Louis DutensMemoirs Of The Comtesse Du Barry
Author: Baron Etienne Leon Lamothe-LangonPublisher: BoD – Books on Demand
ISBN: 9359323586
Category : Foreign Language Study
Languages : en
Pages : 381
Book Description
"Memoirs of the Comtesse du Barry," published by Baron Étienne-Léon Lamothe-Langon, is a fascinating story of Jeanne Bécu, the Comtesse du Barry (1743-1793), a lady whose life straddled the grandeur and unpredictability of 18th-century France. Some stories are fascinating and fantastic, while others sneak up on you and draw you in. Lamothe-Langon's storytelling abilities show through as he delves into the interesting life of du Barry, who rose from humble origins to become King Louis XV's last mistress. Her connections, as well as her involvement in the complex political framework of the French court and her influence on the cultural atmosphere of her day, are all vividly described in the literature. The author's rigorous research and storytelling ability bring du Barry's character to life, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of this intriguing historical man.
Encyclopedia of the Exquisite
Author: Jessica Kerwin JenkinsPublisher: Nan A. Talese
ISBN: 0385533659
Category : Design
Languages : en
Pages : 354
Book Description
Encyclopedia of the Exquisite is a lifestyle guide for the Francophile and the Anglomaniac, the gourmet and the style maven, the armchair traveler and the art lover. It’s an homage to the esoteric world of glamour that doesn’t require much spending but makes us feel rich. Taking a cue from the exotic encyclopedias of the sixteenth century, which brimmed with mysterious artifacts, Jessica Kerwin Jenkins’s Encyclopedia of the Exquisite focuses on the elegant, the rare, the commonplace, and the delightful. A compendium of style, it merges whimsy and practicality, traipsing through the fine arts and the worlds of fashion, food, travel, home, garden, and beauty. Each entry features several engaging anecdotes, illuminating the curious past of each enduring source of beauty. Subjects covered include the explosive history of champagne; the art of lounging on a divan; the emergence of “frillies,” the first lacy, racy lingerie; the ancient uses of sweet-smelling saffron; the wild riot incited by the appearance of London’s first top hat; Julia Child’s tip for cooking the perfect omelet; the polarizing practice of wearing red lipstick during World War II; Louis XIV’s fondness for the luscious Bartlett pear; the Indian origin of badminton; Parliament’s 1650 attempt to suppress Europe’s beauty mark fad; the evolution of the Japanese kimono; the pilgrimage of Central Park’s Egyptian obelisk; and the fanciful thrill of dining alfresco. Cleverly illustrated, Encyclopedia of the Exquisite is an ode to life’s plenty, from the extravagant to the eccentric. It is a celebration of luxury that doesn’t necessarily require money. BONUS MATERIAL: This ebook edition includes an excerpt from Jessica Kerwin Jenkins's All the Time in the World.
Memoirs of the Comtesse Du Barry
Author: Etienne-Léon baron de Lamothe-LangonPublisher: IndyPublish.com
ISBN:
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 514
Book Description
Memoirs of the Comtesse Du Barry
Author: Étienne-Léon de Lamothe-LangonPublisher: BoD – Books on Demand
ISBN: 3387017529
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 646
Book Description
Reproduction of the original. The publishing house Megali specialises in reproducing historical works in large print to make reading easier for people with impaired vision.
Memoirs of the Comtesse Du Barry. With Minute Details of Her Entire Career as Favorite of Louis XV
Author: Etienne-Léon baron de Lamothe-LangonPublisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 427
Book Description
Etienne-Léon baron de Lamothe-Langon's 'Memoirs of the Comtesse Du Barry' offers readers a fascinating insight into the life and career of one of France's most intriguing historical figures, the favorite of Louis XV. Written in a captivating and engaging style, the book presents minute details of the Comtesse's entire career, shedding light on the intrigue, scandal, and power struggles of the French court during this tumultuous period. Through vivid descriptions and meticulous research, Lamothe-Langon brings to life the opulence and complexity of the royal court, offering readers a unique perspective on the life of a woman who wielded significant influence in the highest echelons of power. The book is a valuable contribution to the study of French history and the role of women in shaping political events. With its rich narrative and insightful analysis, 'Memoirs of the Comtesse Du Barry' is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the French monarchy and the lives of its most influential figures.
Where There's a Will: Who Inherited What and Why
Author: Stephen M. SilvermanPublisher: New Word City
ISBN: 1640193588
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 190
Book Description
Of whom was it said, "while her literary works can be characterized as creative genius, her will cannot?" Who left $25,000 for sixty-six of his friends to go out and "have dinner on me"? Who kept urns containing the ashes of her parents in the hall closet - and in turn willed them to her son-in-law? Yes, the rich are different, not only in life but in death, too. In Where There's a Will, Stephen M. Silverman shows just how different with a peek at the wills of the richest, most celebrated people of all time, and he provides the intimate scoop on what their heirs had to say about it. Discover what secret pact Clark Gable made in 1942 and took to his grave - only to be exposed when his will was read. Learn why it took more than a year for Liza Minnelli to raise the $37,500 needed to bury the ashes of her mother, Judy Garland, and what treasures were left to the heirs of Babe Ruth, James Dean, John Jacob Astor, Ernest Hemingway, and Ayn Rand once those wills cleared probate. From Marilyn Monroe and Andy Warhol to John Lennon, Jim Morrison, John Steinbeck, Rita Hayworth, and Jack Dempsey, Where There's a Will . . . is an utterly engrossing read sure to captivate tycoons and gossip addicts alike with its fascinating tales of how the other half bequeaths. "Breezy, fun, and informative." - The Hollywood Reporter
Author: Edmond de Goncourt