La Cour de Louis XIV

In this vivid portrait of the women who animated Versailles, the author reconstructs the lives of queens, mistresses, duchesses and courtiers who shaped the Sun‑King’s world and its successors. Drawing on an astonishing array of memoirs, letters and official records, the narrative presents each figure with enough detail to feel intimate yet never drifts into speculation, letting the real personalities emerge from the bustling halls and gardens of the palace.

Written as a guide for modern readers, the book blends scholarly rigor with clear, engaging prose, aiming to make the glittering yet often hidden psychology of court life accessible. It shows how the very stones of Versailles—still standing after centuries of upheaval—serve as a backdrop for stories of ambition, love and survival, inviting listeners to step inside a world where history feels alive and personal.