The Queen's Necklace
Scandal, Intrigue, and Royal Decadence: A Historical Tale of 18th-century FranceBy Alexandre Dumas
Length14h 55m
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In "The Queen's Necklace," Alexandre Dumas weaves a historical narrative infused with intrigue and romance, revolving around the infamous Diamond Necklace Affair that scandalized the French monarchy in the 18th century. Dumas employs a vivid literary style characterized by rich descriptions and dynamic characterizations, navigating the complexities of power, deception, and social stratification in pre-Revolutionary France. The novel not only serves as a compelling historical drama but also offers incisive commentary on the destructive nature of envy and ambition in the face of societal decline. Alexandre Dumas, renowned for his contributions to literary realism and historical fiction, draws upon his own experiences and the tumultuous political landscape of his time to frame this riveting tale. His diverse heritage and profound understanding of human nature enable him to craft multifaceted characters, such as the cunning Cardinal de Rohan and the enigmatic Jeanne de La Motte, who embody the era's moral ambiguities. Dumas's engagement with historical events and figures allows readers to reflect on the repercussions of personal folly amidst the backdrop of societal upheaval. For enthusiasts of historical fiction and adventure, "The Queen's Necklace" presents an enthralling exploration of ambition and treachery. Dumas's skillful narrative invites readers to lose themselves in a world where the line between history and myth blurs, rendering the events of the past not just as lessons learned, but as vivid, living experiences.
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GenreHistorical Fiction, Romance
Length14 hrs 55 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 25, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
2ALEXANDRE DUMAS: IN THIRTY VOLUMES
3QUEEN'S NECKLACE
4ILLUSTRATED WITH DRAWINGS ON WOOD BY
5EMINENT FRENCH AND AMERICAN ARTISTS
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6NEW YORK
7P. F. COLLIER AND SON
8MCMIV
9THE QUEEN'S NECKLACE.
10PROLOGUE.—THE PREDICTIONS.
11AN OLD NOBLEMAN AND AN OLD MAÎTRE-D'HÔTEL.
12II.—M. DE LA PEROUSE.
13END OF THE PROLOGUE.
14CHAPTER I.: TWO UNKNOWN LADIES.
15CHAPTER II.: AN INTERIOR.
16CHAPTER III.: JEANNE DE LA MOTTE VALOIS.
17CHAPTER IV.: BELUS.
18CHAPTER V.: THE ROAD TO VERSAILLES.
19CHAPTER VI.: LAURENT.
20CHAPTER VII.: THE QUEEN'S BED-CHAMBER.
21CHAPTER VIII.: THE QUEEN'S PETITE LEVEE.
22CHAPTER IX.: THE SWISS LAKE.
23CHAPTER X.: THE TEMPTER.
24CHAPTER XI.: M. DE SUFFREN.
25CHAPTER XII.: M. DE CHARNY.
26CHAPTER XIII.: THE ONE HUNDRED LOUIS OF THE QUEEN.
27CHAPTER XIV.: M. FINGRET.
28CHAPTER XV.: THE CARDINAL DE ROHAN.
29CHAPTER XVI.: MESMER AND ST. MARTIN.
30CHAPTER XVII.: THE BUCKET.
31CHAPTER XVIII.: MADEMOISELLE OLIVA.
32CHAPTER XIX.: MONSIEUR BEAUSIRE.
33CHAPTER XX.: GOLD.
34CHAPTER XXI.: LA PETITE MAISON.
35CHAPTER XXII.: SOME WORDS ABOUT THE OPERA.
36CHAPTER XXIII.: THE BALL AT THE OPERA.
37CHAPTER XXIV.: THE EXAMINATION.
38CHAPTER XXV.: THE ACADEMY OF M. BEAUSIRE.
39CHAPTER XXVI.: THE AMBASSADOR.
40CHAPTER XXVII.: MESSRS. BŒHMER AND BOSSANGE.
41CHAPTER XXVIII.: THE AMBASSADOR'S HOTEL.
42CHAPTER XXIX.: THE BARGAIN.
43CHAPTER XXX.: THE JOURNALIST'S HOUSE.
44CHAPTER XXXI.: HOW TWO FRIENDS BECAME ENEMIES.
45CHAPTER XXXII.: THE HOUSE IN THE RUE ST. GILLES.
46CHAPTER XXXIII.: THE HEAD OF THE TAVERNEY FAMILY.
47CHAPTER XXXIV.: THE STANZAS OF M. DE PROVENCE.
48CHAPTER XXXV.: THE PRINCESS DE LAMBALLE.
49CHAPTER XXXVI.: THE QUEEN.
50CHAPTER XXXVII.: AN ALIBI.
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