Tag Archives: Louis Philippe Joseph d’Orleans

sun king soap opera in the gilded cage

Posted on February 11, 2011 by Dave

By elevating the monarchy, Louis XIV hoped not only to increase its power but also to breed respect and awe, so that opposition to the royal will would savor of sacrilege, and be inhibited. To achieve this end, Louis XIV … Continue reading →

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STAYING MELLOW YELLOW: WHERE TO GO IN CASE OF A REIGN OF TERROR

Posted on September 1, 2010 by Dave

In 1793, France’s smart set checked into a “hospital” on the rue de Charone, where, for a paltry $50,000 a month, they could drink champagne, play cards, and discuss the current theatre. …The script for the Reign of Terror in … Continue reading →