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#382078 in Books Mitford; Nancy/ Foreman; Amanda (INT) 2001-03-12 2001-03-31Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 7.95 x .81 x 4.99l; .72 #File Name: 094032265X292 pages
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. I had wanted this to be brilliant--and at first it ...By S. WestI had wanted this to be brilliant--and at first it was. But Mitford can find no fault in her central character; and she became very predictable and rather too saintly. Surely a consort who rose from commoner to a titled Marquise must have had a little more varied time of it. Alas; not here.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. one of my favorite women in historyBy melanie adamsthis was a really well-written; and fascinating book about madame pompadour; one of my favorite women in history. do dry boring historical bio here.10 of 10 people found the following review helpful. A Courtesan in an Aristocrat's shoesBy NidkahIf you want to read about 18th century French Royalty gossip; this is your book.If you want to read a researched biography about Louis XV and his favorite mistress this is also your book; and if you want to be amused; entertained and informed about such matters read this book as soon as you can.When you finish reading this book you will have a wide insight about this magnificent French courtesan who became the most powerful woman in 18th century France.
