Le Collier de la Reine, Tome I by Alexandre Dumas and Auguste Maquet

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Author Dumas, Alexandre, 1802-1870
Author Maquet, Auguste, 1813-1888
Title Le Collier de la Reine, Tome I
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Summary "Le Collier de la Reine, Tome I" by Alexandre Dumas and Auguste Maquet is a historical novel written in the mid-19th century. The story is set during the turbulent years before the French Revolution and revolves around significant figures from that period, primarily focusing on Marie Antoinette, the Queen of France, and the intrigues surrounding her royal court, including characters like the comte de Haga and the maréchal de Richelieu. This novel explores themes of power, deception, and the complexities of relationships amidst the backdrop of political upheaval. At the start of the novel, the reader is introduced to a humorous yet tense interaction between the elderly maréchal de Richelieu and his master of ceremonies over dinner arrangements, revealing the intricacies of etiquette and status among the French nobility. This scene sets the stage for the social dynamics and character interactions that will unfold in the court of Versailles. As the conversation progresses, guests arrive, including notable figures who will play crucial roles in the narrative. This opening establishes a tone of wit and foreshadows the intrigue that will emerge as the plot delves into the mysterious events surrounding the titular necklace, a symbol of both wealth and scandal within the realm of the French monarchy. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language French
LoC Class PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese
Subject Biographical fiction
Subject Marie Antoinette, Queen, consort of Louis XVI, King of France, 1755-1793 -- Fiction
Subject Cagliostro, Alessandro, conte di, 1743-1795 -- Fiction
Subject Queens -- France -- Fiction
Subject France -- History -- Louis XVI, 1774-1793 -- Fiction
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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