charles the seconds trench mistress a biography of louise de keroualle duchess of portsmouth 1649 1734 1st edition
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Book Details
Title: Charles II's French Mistress
Author: Bryan Bevan
Publisher: Robert Hale
Language: English
Binding: Hardback
ISBN: 0709134185
Pages: 207
Published Year: 1972
Dimensions: 22 x 14 cm
Condition: Used – Good
Condition Note: Book is in good condition.
About the Book
Charles II's French Mistress by Bryan Bevan is a fascinating historical biography of Louise de Kéroualle, one of the most influential and controversial women at the court of Charles II. Combining historical research with engaging storytelling, Bevan examines the life of the French noblewoman whose beauty, intelligence, and political connections enabled her to wield remarkable influence during the Restoration period.
The book traces Louise de Kéroualle's journey from the French court to England, where she became one of Charles II's most favored companions and was eventually granted the title of Duchess of Portsmouth. Through detailed narrative, readers gain insight into the complex world of seventeenth-century European politics, diplomacy, and royal intrigue.
A central theme of the biography is the relationship between personal influence and political power. Bevan explores how Louise's close association with Charles II affected relations between England and France, particularly during the reign of Louis XIV. Her position at court placed her at the center of international diplomacy, court rivalries, and political controversy.
