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Never Before Has The Life Of Marie Antoinette Been Told So Intimately And With Such Authority As In Antonia Frasers Newest Work, Marie Antoinette: The Journey. Famously Known As The Eighteenthcentury French Queen Whose Excesses Have Become Legend, Marie Antoinette Was Blamed For Instigating The French Revolution. But The Story Of Her Journey Begun As A Fourteenyearold Sent From Vienna To Marry The Future Louis Xvi To Her Courageous Defense Before She Was Sent To The Guillotine Reveals A Woman Of Greater Complexity And Character Than We Have Previously Understood. We Stand Beside Marie Antoinette And Witness The Drama Of Her Life As She Becomes A Scapegoat Of The Ancien Regime When Her Faults Were Minor In Comparison To The Punishments Inflicted On Her.The Youngest Daughter, Fifteenth Out Of Sixteen Children, Of Austrian Empress Maria Teresa And Francis I, Marie Antoinette Was Sent On A Literal Journey By Her Mother From Vienna To Versailles With The Expectation That She Would Further Austrian Interests At All Times. Yet, Marie Antoinette Was By Nature Far From Interested In State Affairs And Much More Inclined To Exert A Gracious, Philanthropic Role, Patronizing The Arts Especially Music, As Royalty Would Come To Behave In The Nineteenth Century. Despite This The French Accused Her Of Political Interference And Wrote Scandalous Tracts Against Her, Mocking Her Lack Of Sophistication. Meanwhile, Longing For A Family And The Birth Of An Heir Who Would Have Cemented The Francoaustro Alliance, The French Queen Had To Endure More Than Eight Years Of Public Humiliation For Her Barren Marriage Before The Delivery Of Her First Of Four Children.As These Problems Unfold, Antonia Fraser Also Weaves A Richly Detailed Account Of Marie Antoinettes Other, More Poignant Journey: From The Illeducated And Unprepared Girl Who Sought Refuge In Pleasure As A Consolation Into A Magnificent, Courageous Woman Who Defied Her Enemies At Her Trial With Consummate Intelligence, Arousing The Admiration Of Even The Most Hostile Revolutionaries.Brilliantly Written, Marie Antoinetteis A Work Of Impeccable Scholarship. Drawing On A Wealth Of Family Letters And Other Archival Materials, Antonia Fraser Successfully Avoids The Hagiography Of Some The French Queens Admirers And The Misogyny Of Many Of Her Critics. The Result Is An Utterly Riveting And Intensely Moving Book By One Of Our Finest Biographers.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'Marie Antoinette: The Journey' about? A: 'Marie Antoinette: The Journey' is a biography by Antonia Fraser that explores the life of Marie Antoinette, detailing her journey from a young girl sent to marry Louis XVI to her tragic end. It presents a nuanced portrayal of her character and circumstances.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Marie Antoinette: The Journey' is Antonia Fraser, a renowned biographer known for her thorough research and engaging writing style.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: 'Marie Antoinette: The Journey' was published on September 18, 2001.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 544 pages, offering an in-depth exploration of Marie Antoinette's life.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'Marie Antoinette: The Journey' is available in hardcover, providing durability and a premium feel.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers interested in women's history? A: Yes, this book is categorized under 'Women' and provides significant insights into the life of a prominent historical female figure.
- Q: What are the main themes covered in the biography? A: The main themes include the complexities of Marie Antoinette's character, her struggles with political expectations, and her evolution from an ill-prepared girl to a courageous woman.
- Q: Does the author use primary sources in her writing? A: Yes, Antonia Fraser draws on a wealth of family letters and archival materials to provide a well-researched narrative that avoids bias.
- Q: What makes this biography different from others about Marie Antoinette? A: Fraser's biography stands out for its intimate and authoritative perspective, focusing on the complexities of Marie Antoinette’s life rather than falling into hagiography or misogyny.
- Q: Is 'Marie Antoinette: The Journey' recommended for casual readers? A: Yes, while the book is scholarly, it is also engagingly written, making it accessible for casual readers interested in history.