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Book Description |
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Louise de la Vallière by Alexandre Dumas is the third novel in The Vicomte de Bragelonne series, following The Three Musketeers and Twenty Years After. The story continues the adventures of d’Artagnan and his comrades while focusing on the love affair between King Louis XIV and Louise de la Vallière, a young noblewoman at the French court. As political intrigues unfold, the novel explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, and personal sacrifice. Louise, despite her deep love for the king, struggles with the moral and emotional challenges of their relationship. Meanwhile, d’Artagnan finds himself entangled in court conspiracies. This novel serves as a bridge to the final book, The Man in the Iron Mask, and blends romance, historical drama, and adventure in Dumas’ signature style. |
About Author |
| Alexandre Dumas |
| Alexandre Dumas (1802–1870) was a French writer best known for his adventure novels, including The Three Musketeers and The Count of Monte Cristo. Born in Villers-Cotterêts, France, he was the son of a French general of mixed African and European ancestry. Dumas became one of the most widely read French authors, known for his fast-paced, dramatic storytelling. His works often featured themes of justice, betrayal, and heroism. He wrote numerous historical novels, plays, and essays, many of which remain popular today. His legacy as a master of adventure fiction continues to influence literature and film. |
