Angélique de Mackau, Marquise de Bombelles, et la Cour de Madame Élisabeth

Set against the fading splendor of the late‑eighteenth‑century French court, the narrative follows Angélique de Mackau, later Marquise de Bombelles, through the intimate pages of her own diary and an abundance of private letters. Listeners hear her keen observations of daily rituals, family expectations, and the subtle power games that swirl around the royal sisters, especially her close friend Madame Élisabeth. Her voice offers a rare glimpse of a woman balancing personal devotion with the demands of a diplomatic marriage, all while the world around her edges toward upheaval.

The storytelling weaves together tender moments of friendship, quiet humor, and the quiet strength required to navigate a society obsessed with appearances. By focusing on the small, often overlooked details—tea gatherings, whispered confidences, and the rhythm of correspondence—the account paints a vivid portrait of court life that feels immediate and human. It invites listeners to discover how a devoted heart could both reflect and resist the grandeur and turbulence of its age.