“As the Dauphine stepped out of her carriage on to the ceremonial carpet that had been laid down, it was the Duc de Choiseul who was given the privilege of the first salute. Presented with the Duc by Prince Starhemberg, Marie Antoinette exclaimed: 'I shall never forget that you are responsible for my happiness!”
This book delves into the life of Marie Antoinette, examining her role in the French monarchy and the events leading up to the French Revolution. It explores her personal life, her relationships, and the political context of her time. more
Antonia Fraser is a renowned British historian and author, known for her in-depth research into British history. Her works span from the Tudor to the Stuart periods, with her studies on Mary, Queen of Scots being particularly notable. more
“Life is more than breath and a heartbeat; meaning and purpose are the life of life.”
“New York had all the iridescence of the beginning of the world.”