Mémoires de Madame la Duchesse de Tourzel, tome second by Tourzel
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Tourzel, Louise Elisabeth, Duchesse de, 1749-1832
French
"Mémoires de Madame la Duchesse de Tourzel, tome second" by Tourzel is a historical memoir written in the late 19th century. The work provides an in-depth account of the complex social and political climate in France during the tumultuous years of the French Revolution, particularly from the perspective of Madame de Tourzel, who served as the gover...
events, figures, and the intricacies of court life during revolution. The opening of the memoir presents the political interactions of the Assembly in 1791, including the debates surrounding the swearing of allegiance to the new Constitution, as well as the discussions about the royal prerogative and title. It highlights the growing tensions between the monarchy and revolutionary factions, particularly the challenges faced by King Louis XVI as he navigates a tumultuous political landscape filled with insurrection and legislative challenges. Madame de Tourzel's narrative reflects her observations about the conflicts between the Assembly and the monarchy, her dedication to the children she cares for, and the emotional weight of living through revolutionary upheaval. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Dorothy Green
2 months agoMake no mistake, the content flows smoothly from one chapter to the next. I’ll definitely revisit this in the future.
Joseph White
1 month agoI picked this up late one night and the author anticipates common questions and addresses them well. I’ll definitely revisit this in the future.
Betty Johnson
2 weeks agoAt first glance, the emotional weight of the story is balanced perfectly with moments of levity. This was both informative and enjoyable.
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John Ramirez
2 months agoI have to admit, the author's voice is distinct, making the complex topics easy to digest. I’d rate this higher if I could.