La Grande Mademoiselle, 1627-1652

In "La Grande Mademoiselle, 1627-1652," Arvède Barine presents a meticulous exploration of the life of Anne-Marie-Louise d'Orléans, Duchess of Montpensier, a prominent figure in the turbulent politics of 17th-century France. Barine employs a narrative style that seamlessly weaves historical analysis with biographical detail, illuminating the complex interplay of power, gender, and aristocratic amb...