Louise de La Vallière

The story revolves around the young and beautiful Louise de la Valliere, who becomes the mistress of the King of France. Louise is a devout young woman who enters the court of Louis XIV as a maid of honor to Princess Henrietta of England. There she meets and falls in love with Raoul de Bragelonne, a young man who is a close friend of the King's musketeers, including d'Artagnan. However, Louise's beauty and charm catch the eye of the King, who makes her his mistress, causing heartbreak for Raoul. Through his vivid storytelling and detailed historical context, Dumas weaves a tale of love, intrigue, and political machinations in the glittering court of Louis XIV. The novel is a captivating read that offers insight into the complexities of relationships and power dynamics during a pivotal time in French history.

© 2009 Blackstone Publishing (Hörbuch): 9781481574549
© 2013 Interactive Media (E-Book): 9781909904606

Erscheinungsdatum

Hörbuch: 7. Oktober 2009
E-Book: 15. Oktober 2013