The Cardinal's Niece

The Cardinal's Niece: The Story of Marie Mancini is a historical fiction novel written by Faith Compton Mackenzie. The book is set in 17th century France and follows the life of Marie Mancini, the niece of Cardinal Mazarin, who was one of the most powerful men in France at the time.Marie is a young woman who is sent to the French court to marry the king's cousin, but she soon falls in love with the king himself. However, her love is not reciprocated, and she is forced to leave the court and marry another man.The book explores Marie's life and the challenges she faces as a woman in a male-dominated society. It also delves into the political intrigue of the time, including the power struggles between the king and his advisors.The Cardinal's Niece is a well-researched and engaging novel that provides a fascinating insight into the life of a woman in 17th century France. It is recommended for fans of historical fiction and those interested in French history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.