About “The Road to Compiegne”
The book is set during the reign of Louis XV and portrays the political and personal intrigues at the French court. It focuses on the King's declining popularity due to the cost of his lifestyle and war, his relationship with the Marquise de Pompadour, and the shifting dynamics among his daughters and lovers as he continues to indulge in courtly pleasures despite growing unrest in Paris.
Book details
- Published
- 1959
- Latest edition
- 1959 · ISBN 9780753188385
- ISBN
- 9780753188385
Frequently asked questions
How many pages is The Road to Compiegne?
The Road to Compiegne by Eleanor Burford has 430 pages.
