The Wild Marquis

The Wild Marquis

Ernest Alfred Vizetelly

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Nabu Press
Año de edición:
2012
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Biografía e historias reales
ISBN:
9781277434569
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Venture into the tumultuous world of 18th-century France with 'The Wild Marquis,' a gripping biography of Armand Guerry de Maubreuil, Marquis d’Orvault. Ernest Alfred Vizetelly masterfully recounts the life and adventures of this intriguing historical figure, whose story is intertwined with the dramatic events of the French Revolution. From his aristocratic origins to his daring exploits and scandalous reputation, Maubreuil’s life was anything but ordinary. Discover the intrigues and conspiracies that surrounded the Marquis, as Vizetelly delves into the historical context of the era, bringing to life the opulence and decadence of pre-revolutionary France, as well as the subsequent upheaval and violence. This biography offers a captivating glimpse into a pivotal period in European history through the eyes of a man who lived life to the fullest, challenging conventions and leaving an indelible mark on his time. 'The Wild Marquis' is a compelling read for anyone interested in French history, biography, and the lives of remarkable individuals.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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