The Memoirs of Count Grammont — Volume 02

In this sparkling sequel to his own memoirs, the dashing Chevalier de Grammont recounts a brief interlude between campaigns—a season of leisure spent in the glittering court of Turin. Fresh from the siege of Trino, he and his companion Matta trade swords for cards, dice, and the pursuit of beautiful ladies. The narrative blends the bravado of a battlefield hero with the playful arrogance of a courtier, offering a vivid picture of 17‑th‑century aristocratic life.

Arriving amid fanfare, Grammont’s charm, good looks, and generous purse quickly win him favor, and he soon finds himself entangled in the elaborate rituals of love that dominate the Savoyard palace. He funds extravagant entertainments, follows the latest fashions of gallantry, and, under his own sly guidance, matches Matta with a rival noblewoman while he courts the enigmatic Mademoiselle de Saint‑Germain. The memoirs capture the witty banter, the risky wagers, and the delicate balance between honor and indulgence that define his Turin escapades.