This historical saga transports you to the tumultuous era of the French monarchy. Witness the courtly intrigues, power struggles, and personal dramas that shape the destinies of kings and their subjects. The series masterfully intertwines real historical events with thrilling narratives of honor, betrayal, and love. Immerse yourself in a world filled with chivalric ideals and political machinations.
In March 1844 the French magazine "Le Siecle" printed the first installment of a story by Alexandre Dumas. This is the second volume of the third serial. Louis XIV is well past the age where he should rule, but the ailing Cardinal Mazarin refuses to relinquish the reins of power. (Classics)