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“Journal and Memoirs of the Marquis D'Argenson” offers a captivating glimpse into the court of Louis XV and the turbulent political landscape of 18th-century France. This second volume, translated by Katharine P. Wormeley from the autograph manuscripts housed in the Louvre, provides invaluable insights into the inner workings of the French government and society. With an introduction by C.A. Sainte-Beuve, the Marquis D'Argenson's personal reflections and observations shed light on key historical events and figures. Readers will discover firsthand accounts of courtly intrigues, political machinations, and the social dynamics that shaped France during this era. This volume offers a unique perspective, making it an essential resource for historians, students, and anyone fascinated by French history and the memoirs of influential figures. 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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