Louise de la Valliere
A mesmerizing blend of history and fiction in 17th-century France, filled with love, betrayal, and ambitionBy Alexandre Dumas
Length19h 11m
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In "Louise de la Vallière," Alexandre Dumas masterfully weaves a historical narrative set in the opulent court of King Louis XIV of France. The novel paints a vivid portrait of love, betrayal, and political intrigue, exploring the tumultuous relationship between the king and his mistress, Louise de la Vallière. Dumas employs a rich, romantic style filled with detailed characterizations and lush descriptions, reflecting the complexities of the Baroque period in which he writes. This tale is not just a love story; it also encapsulates the moral dilemmas and societal expectations of the era, inviting readers to ponder the intricate interplay between personal desires and public duties. Alexandre Dumas, renowned for his contributions to historical fiction, draws upon his knowledge of French history and culture, which informs the intricate details of the court life portrayed in this novel. With his own lineage tied to the tumultuous French past, Dumas captures the emotional and social nuances that defined the relationships among the nobility. His personal experiences and literary prowess allow him to navigate themes of loyalty and sacrifice with both sensitivity and depth. "Louise de la Vallière" is a must-read for those who appreciate rich historical narratives infused with romance and moral complexity. Dumas's deft storytelling invites readers into a world where passionate hearts clash with the demands of duty, making it an enduring classic that resonates with lovers of literature and history alike.
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Rating★★★★ 4.1 (5.6K)
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GenreRomance, Historical Fiction
Length19 hrs 11 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 19, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Chapter II. A Letter from M. Baisemeaux.
2Chapter III. In Which the Reader will be Delighted to Find that Porthos Has Lost Nothing of His Muscularity.
3Chapter IV. The Rat and the Cheese.
4Chapter V. Planchet’s Country-House.
5Chapter VI. Showing What Could Be Seen from Planchet’s House.
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6Chapter VII. How Porthos, Truchen, and Planchet Parted with Each Other on Friendly Terms, Thanks to D’Artagnan.
7Chapter VIII. The Presentation of Porthos at Court.
8Chapter IX. Explanations.
9Chapter X. Madame and De Guiche.
10Chapter XI. Montalais and Malicorne.
11Chapter XII. How De Wardes Was Received at Court.
12Chapter XIII. The Combat.
13Chapter XIV. The King’s Supper.
14Chapter XV. After Supper.
15Chapter XVI. Showing in What Way D’Artagnan Discharged the Mission with Which the King Had Intrusted Him.
16Chapter XVII. The Encounter.
17Chapter XVIII. The Physician.
18Chapter XIX. Wherein D’Artagnan Perceives that It Was He Who Was Mistaken, and Manicamp Who Was Right.
19Chapter XX. Showing the Advantage of Having Two Strings to One’s Bow.
20Chapter XXI. M. Malicorne the Keeper of the Records of France.
21Chapter XXII. The Journey.
22Chapter XXIII. Triumfeminate.
23Chapter XXIV. The First Quarrel.
24Chapter XXV. Despair.
25Chapter XXVI. The Flight.
26Chapter XXVII. Showing How Louis, on His Part, Had Passed the Time from Ten to Half-Past Twelve at Night.
27Chapter XXVIII. The Ambassadors.
28Chapter XXIX. Chaillot.
29Chapter XXX. Madame.
30Chapter XXXI. Mademoiselle de la Valliere’s Pocket-Handkerchief.
31Chapter XXXII. Which Treats of Gardeners, of Ladders, and Maids of Honor.
32Chapter XXXIII. Which Treats of Carpentry Operations, and Furnishes Details upon the Mode of Constructing Staircases.
33Chapter XXXIV. The Promenade by Torchlight.
34Chapter XXXV. The Apparition.
35Chapter XXXVI. The Portrait.
36Chapter XXXVII. Hampton Court.
37Chapter XXXVIII. The Courier from Madame.
38Chapter XXXIX. Saint-Aignan Follows Malicorne’s Advice.
39Chapter XL: Two Old Friends.
40Chapter XLI. Wherein May Be Seen that a Bargain Which Cannot Be Made with One Person, Can Be Carried Out with Another.
41Chapter XLII. The Skin of the Bear.
42Chapter XLIII. An Interview with the Queen-Mother.
43Chapter XLIV. Two Friends.
44Chapter XLV. How Jean de La Fontaine Came to Write His First Tale.
45Chapter XLVI. La Fontaine in the Character of a Negotiator.
46Chapter XLVII. Madame de Belliere’s Plate and Diamonds.
47Chapter XLVIII. M. de Mazarin’s Receipt.
48Chapter XLIX. Monsieur Colbert’s Rough Draft.
49Chapter L: In Which the Author Thinks It Is High Time to Return to the Vicomte de Bragelonne.
50Chapter LI. Bragelonne Continues His Inquiries.
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