Author: BEVAN, BRYAN
Title: The Duchess Hortense - Cardinal Mazarin's Wanton Niece
Description: London, The Rubicon Press. 1987, First Edition. (ISBN: 0948695072). Hard Cover, 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. A Fine unmarked copy with Fine dustjacket which is not price clipped. A new, vivid portrait of the celebrated Hortense Mancini, born in Italy, one of the most beautiful and fascinating personalities of the later 17th century. She was the favourite niece of Louis XIV's great minister, Cardinal Giulio Mazarin, and as a child the confidant of her sister Marie during her tragic affair with the young King of France. 16 illustrations. L. Fine/Fine.

Keywords: Cardinal Giulio Mazarin, Hortense Mancini, Marie Mancini, Louis XIV, Armand de la Porte Duc Mazarin, Charles II, Louise de Keroualle, Seigneur de St. Evremond 0948695072


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