Marie Antoinette [the journey]
by Fraser, Antonia, 1932-
OverDrive MP3 Audiobook 2006 2006 |
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Summary
France's beleaguered queen, Marie Antoinette, wrongly accused of uttering the infamous "Let them eat cake," was the subject of ridicule and curiosity even before her death; she has since been the object of debate and speculation and the fascination so often accorded tragic figures in history. Married in mere girlhood, this essentially lighthearted, privileged, but otherwise unremarkable child was thrust into an unparalleled time and place, and was commanded by circumstance to play a significant role in history. Antonia Fraser's lavish and engaging portrait of Marie Antoinette, one of the most recognizable women in European history, excites compassion and regard for all aspects of her subject, immersing the listener not only in the coming-of-age of a graceful woman, but also in the unraveling of an era.Published Reviews
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Additional Information
Subjects |
Marie Antoinette, Queen, consort of Louis XVI, King of France, 1755-1793
Queens France Biography Biography & Autobiography Nonfiction France History Louis XVI, 1774-1793. Audiobooks. 1755-1793. Louis XVI, 1774-1793. |
Publisher | New York :Penguin Random House Audio Publishing Group2006 2006 |
Contributors |
Peters, Donada.
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Participants/Performers |
Read by Donada Peters. |
Language |
English |
System Details |
Mode of access: World Wide Web. Format: OverDrive WMA Audiobook Format: OverDrive MP3 Audiobook Requires OverDrive Media Console 1.0 / 1.0 (Windows Mobile) or OverDrive Media Console 3.0 (Windows) / 1.0 (Mac) / 1.0 (Windows Mobile) |
Description |
1 audio file : digital |
ISBN | 9780739349403 9780739349403 |
Other | Classic View |