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Orléans, Philippe, duc d', 1674-1723 -- Fiction Books
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Alexandre Dumas
The conspirators; or, The chevalier d'Harmental
"The conspirators; or, The chevalier d'Harmental" by Alexandre Dumas and Auguste Maquet is a novel published in 1843. Set in 1718 France, the story revolves around a dangerous conspiracy against the regency of Philippe d'Orléans, who governs during young Louis XV's infancy. This collaboration between Dumas and Maquet launched a prolific partnership that would produce eighteen novels together. Critics have ranked it among Dumas's masterpieces, with his biographer calling it the finest of his works set during Louis XV's reign.
Alexandre Dumas
The regent's daughter
"The Regent's Daughter" by Alexandre Dumas and Auguste Maquet is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The story unfolds in the time of the early 18th century, featuring a blend of political intrigue and personal drama centered around the lives of the French royal family and their associates. The principal characters include Philippe d'Orleans, the regent, and his daughter, Mademoiselle de Chartres, who becomes an abbess amidst her noble lineage and youthful passions. At the start of the novel, various characters converge upon the Abbey of Chelles, with Philippe d'Orleans scolding his daughter for her lavish lifestyle as abbess. In a tone weaving humor and seriousness, the conversation reveals the tensions between aristocratic expectations and personal desires. As the regent confronts his daughter about her conduct, it becomes apparent that her background and interests are intricately tied to a world that resists the austere image of monastic life. The initial chapters lay the groundwork for the unfolding exploration of love, politics, and the pressures faced by the characters as they navigate their roles within a complex societal fabric.
Alexandre Dumas
Le chevalier d'Harmental
"Le chevalier d'Harmental" by Alexandre Dumas and Auguste Maquet is a novel published in 1843. Set in 1718 during the regency of Philippe d'Orléans, the story follows a dangerous conspiracy against the regent who governs France while young Louis XV is still a child. This collaboration between Dumas and Maquet launched a prolific partnership that would produce eighteen novels together. Critics have ranked it among Dumas's masterpieces and his finest work set during the reign of Louis XV.
Alexandre Dumas
Ritari d'Harmental: Historiallinen romaani holhoushallituksen ajoilta
"Ritari d'Harmental: Historiallinen romaani holhoushallituksen ajoilta" by Alexandre Dumas and Auguste Maquet is a novel published in 1843. Set in 1718 France, the story follows a conspiracy against the regency of Philippe d'Orléans during the infancy of King Louis XV. This collaboration between Dumas and Maquet marked the beginning of their partnership that would produce eighteen novels together. Critics have ranked it among Dumas's masterpieces and his finest work set during Louis XV's reign.
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