The Life of Madame de La Rochefoucauld, Duchesse de Doudeauville (1878)

The Life of Madame De La Rochefoucauld, Duchesse De Doudeauville is a biography written by Frances Cashel Hoey in 1878. The book chronicles the life of Louise Albertine de Montmorency-Laval, who later became known as Madame de La Rochefoucauld, Duchesse de Doudeauville. Born into a prominent French family in 1787, Louise Albertine was married off at a young age to the Marquis de La Rochefoucauld. Despite her unhappy marriage, she became a prominent figure in French society, known for her wit, charm, and intelligence. After the fall of Napoleon, Madame de La Rochefoucauld became involved in philanthropic work, founding and supporting various charitable organizations. She also became a patron of the arts, supporting writers and artists such as Victor Hugo and Eug?????ne Delacroix. The book provides a detailed account of Madame de La Rochefoucauld's life, including her relationships with various prominent figures of her time, such as the Duke of Wellington and the Countess of Blessington. It also explores her political views and her involvement in various social causes. Overall, The Life of Madame De La Rochefoucauld, Duchesse De Doudeauville is a fascinating portrait of a remarkable woman who lived through a tumultuous period of French history.This Book Is In English.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.