A Prince of Pleasure: Philip of France and His Court, 1640-1701 (1913) is a historical book written by Hugh Stokes. The book explores the life and reign of Philip of France, a prince who lived during the 17th century. The author delves into the political and social climate of the time, highlighting the extravagance and excesses of the French court. Stokes provides a detailed account of the court's culture, including its art, music, fashion, and entertainment. The book also examines the relationships between Philip and his family members, as well as his mistresses and other influential figures in his life. Overall, A Prince of Pleasure offers a fascinating insight into the life of a royal figure during a pivotal period 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.