Ninon de l'Enclos and her century
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Beschreibung
Produktdetails
Einband
Taschenbuch
Erscheinungsdatum
02.06.2026
Verlag
Alpha EditionSeitenzahl
190
Maße (L/B/H)
22,9/15,2/1 cm
Gewicht
284 g
Sprache
Englisch
ISBN
978-93-7459-547-3
In the candlelit salons of seventeenth-century Paris, where wit could be as sharp as any blade, a woman of singular brilliance held her own among poets, philosophers, and princes. Against a backdrop of political intrigue and shifting alliances, she carved out a life that defied the expectations of her era. With a discerning eye for character and an ear attuned to the subtle music of conversation, this biography immerses readers in the heart of French history, tracing the contours of a life lived at the centre of Parisian society. The narrative unfolds within an age when women in history rarely commanded their own destinies, yet here is a figure whose intellect and independence left an indelible mark on French culture and European history alike. Drawing upon the intricate tapestry of literary biography, the work explores not only the salons themselves but the personalities who animated them, from celebrated poets to influential women of France. The atmosphere is charged with the energy of debate, the sparkle of laughter, and the gravity of ideas that shaped a nation. Through careful research and evocative prose, the book captures both the glamour and the complexity of a time when the boundaries between public and private, power and vulnerability, were constantly negotiated. Those intrigued by French historical figures and the subtleties of seventeenth-century France will find themselves transported to a world where reputation was currency and conversation an art form. This book was out of print for decades and is now republished by Alpha Editions. It has been restored for today's and future generations. This edition is not just a reprint - it's a collector's item and a cultural treasure, offering a rare window into the lives and legacies that shaped the course of historical nonfiction and continue to fascinate all who seek the stories behind the salons of old Paris.
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