The Cardinal's Niece

The Cardinal's Niece: The Story of Marie Mancini by Faith Compton Mackenzie is a historical fiction novel that tells the story of Marie Mancini, the niece of Cardinal Mazarin, a powerful figure in 17th century France. The book follows Marie's life from her childhood in Rome to her arrival in Paris as a young girl, where she becomes a part of the French court and catches the eye of King Louis XIV.Marie is a beautiful and intelligent young woman who quickly becomes a favorite of the king, but her uncle has other plans for her. He arranges a marriage for her with an older man, hoping to use her as a pawn to gain political power. Marie, however, has other ideas and falls in love with a young soldier named Louis de Vend�����me.As Marie and Louis navigate their forbidden love affair, they must also contend with the machinations of the court and the powerful men who seek to control them. The book is a tale of love, betrayal, and political intrigue set against the backdrop of 17th century France.Mackenzie's writing is rich and evocative, bringing the opulence and glamour of the French court to life. The characters are complex and well-drawn, with Marie in particular standing out as a strong and independent woman who refuses to be controlled by the men around her.Overall, The Cardinal's Niece is a gripping and engaging read that will appeal to fans of historical fiction and anyone interested in the fascinating world of 17th century France.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.